Lana vs Malani

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Lana Rank #374
Malani Rank #331

Malani is more popular, ranked #331 vs #374 for Lana.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lana ___

  • Lana Rose
  • Lana Marie
  • Lana Grace
  • Lana Pearl
  • Lana Elizabeth
  • Lana Claire

Malani ___

  • Malani Rose
  • Malani Grace
  • Malani Kai
  • Malani Lei
  • Malani Jo

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lana

Nora Eva Vera Cole Leo

If you choose Malani

Kailani Ailani Makoa Malia Kai

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lana or Malani more popular?

Malani is more popular, ranked #331 compared to Lana at #374 in the United States.

What do Lana and Malani mean?

Lana means "light" (Slavic origin). Malani means "heavenly, of the sky" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Lana and Malani boy or girl names?

Lana is primarily a girl name. Malani is primarily a girl name.

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