Lalani vs Maile

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lalani

Girl #4,712 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the heavens"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Pacific Islander Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,712
Total SSA Count
29
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lani

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Maile

Girl #4,600 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"a fragrant native Hawaiian vine"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,600
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mai

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lalani Rank #4,712
Maile Rank #4,600

Maile is more popular, ranked #4600 vs #4712 for Lalani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lalani ___

  • Lalani Rose
  • Lalani Mae
  • Lalani Grace
  • Lalani Jade
  • Lalani Marie
  • Lalani Sky

Maile ___

  • Maile Rose
  • Maile Lani
  • Maile Grace
  • Maile Ann
  • Maile Jade
  • Maile Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lalani

Kai Lila Moana Keanu Naia

If you choose Maile

Kai Leilani Nalu Hoku Keahi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lalani or Maile more popular?

Maile is more popular, ranked #4600 compared to Lalani at #4712 in the United States.

What do Lalani and Maile mean?

Lalani means "of the heavens" (Hawaiian origin). Maile means "a fragrant native Hawaiian vine" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Lalani and Maile boy or girl names?

Lalani is primarily a girl name. Maile is primarily a girl name.

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