Malani Name Meaning

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Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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A Deep Dive

Malani Overview

Meaning

Garland maker, heavenly

Gender

Girl

Origin

Hawaiian, Sanskrit

Etymology

Derived from Hawaiian word “malana,” meaning “calm” or “serene,” or Sanskrit word “malani” related to “malini,” meaning “jasmine flower.”

Pronunciation

/məˈlɑːni/

Popularity

Malani has gained popularity in the United States, particularly due to its melodic sound. In 2023, it ranked as the 350th most popular name for girls in the USA​

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Exotic, Nature-inspired, Cool

Associated Traits

Graceful, serene, modern, charming

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often associated with heavenly or celestial qualities due to its Hawaiian origin.
A Deep Dive

Malani Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Milani, Melanie, Milena, Malaya, Malia

Common Nicknames

Lani, Mali, Lala, Nani, Mally

Diminutives

Mal, Ani, Lan, Malan, Mani

Famous People

  • Malani Perumal
    (Indian Scientist)
  • Malani Ramaiya
    (Malaysian Artist)
  • Malani Seneviratne
    (Sri Lankan Actress)
  • Malani Fonseka
    (Sri Lankan Actress)
  • Malani White
    (American Author)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "The Legend of Malani"
    (Novel)
  • "Malani's Quest"
    (Film)
  • "The Adventures of Malani"
    (TV Series)
  • "Malani's Melody"
    (Song)
  • "Tales of Malani"
    (Comic Series)

What Is the Meaning of Malani?

The name Malani means “calm waters” or “gentle waves,” hinting at a serene and peaceful personality. Bearers of this name often exude tranquility and a soothing presence.

What Is the Origin of The Name Malani?

Malani has roots in Hawaiian and Sanskrit languages. In Hawaiian, “malani” is derived from the word “malana,” which means “calm” or “serene.” In Sanskrit, “malani” is related to “malini,” which translates to “jasmine flower.”

Malani Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Malani in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#4222021#3972022#3502023
Top 3 Rankings#3502023#3972022#4222021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Malani

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023350
(+47 from 2022)
865
(+76 from 2022)
0.04945
2022397
(+25 from 2021)
789
(+40 from 2021)
0.04400
2021422
(+73 from 2020)
749
(+132 from 2020)
0.04181
2020495
(+174 from 2019)
617
(+184 from 2019)
0.03490
2019669
(+72 from 2018)
433
(+60 from 2018)
0.02360
2018741
(+179 from 2017)
373
(+83 from 2017)
0.02006
2017920
(+268 from 2016)
290
(+80 from 2016)
0.01535
20161188
(+57 from 2015)
210
(+14 from 2015)
0.01085
20151245
(+695 from 2014)
196
(+93 from 2014)
0.01005
20141940
(+295 from 2013)
103
(+20 from 2013)
0.00526
20132235
(-475 from 2012)
83
(-34 from 2012)
0.00431
20121760
(+149 from 2011)
117
(+13 from 2011)
0.00603
20111909
(+680 from 2010)
104
(+34 from 2010)
0.00537
20102589
(+376 from 2009)
70
(+12 from 2009)
0.00357
20092965
(+1680 from 2008)
58
(+26 from 2008)
0.00286
20084645
(-265 from 2007)
32
(-2 from 2007)
0.00154
20074380
(-586 from 2006)
34
(-6 from 2006)
0.00161
20063794
(-584 from 2005)
40
(-8 from 2005)
0.00191
20053210
(+3005 from 2004)
48
(+29 from 2004)
0.00237
20046215
(-1124 from 2003)
19
(-5 from 2003)
0.00094
20035091
(+2351 from 2002)
24
(+10 from 2002)
0.00120
20027442
(+1315 from 2001)
14
(+3 from 2001)
0.00071
20018757
(+4397 from 2000)
11
(+5 from 2000)
0.00056
200013154
(+1256 from 1999)
6
(+1 from 1999)
0.00030
199914410
(-5826 from 1998)
5
(-5 from 1998)
0.00026
19988584
(+5138 from 1997)
10
(+5 from 1997)
0.00052
199713722
(-4910 from 1996)
5
(-4 from 1996)
0.00026
19968812
(+4629 from 1993)
9
(+4 from 1993)
0.00047
19950
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0
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0.0000
19940
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0
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0.0000
199313441
(-5454 from 1987)
5
(-3 from 1987)
0.00025
19920
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0
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0.0000
19910
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0
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0.0000
19900
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0
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0.0000
19890
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0
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0.0000
19880
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0
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0.0000
19877987
(+2423 from 1981)
8
(+3 from 1981)
0.00043
19860
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0
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0.0000
19850
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0
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0.0000
19840
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0.0000
19830
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0
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0.0000
19820
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0
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0.0000
198110410
(-1967 from 1977)
5
(-1 from 1977)
0.00028
19800
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0
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0.0000
19790
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0
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0.0000
19780
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0
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0.0000
19778443
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6
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0.00036
19760
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0
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0.0000
19750
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0.0000
19740
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19730
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19720
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19710
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0.0000
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19680
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19670
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American States Popularity Rankings for Malani

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2512021#2752022#2312023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#8352021#7822022#6902023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#4732021#5432022#3972023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2042021#1552022#1312023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2212021#2082022#1702023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3802021#5822022#4642023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2512021#1852022#2792023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3612021#3592022#3622023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3772021#7032022#4112023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#5012021#4322022#2702023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#4342021#2752022#3472023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1852021#1372022#1722023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3862021#3632022#3692023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3622021#1262022#1502023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#2012021#2832022#1632023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3282021#3512022#2092023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#4452021#4662022#3502023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#5102021#2932022#4982023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#3302021#5672022#3772023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#7912021#5432022#6232023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#5582021#6342022#4572023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#2282021#1642022#1542023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#5452021#6062022#4592023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#5302021#5262022#3512023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4702021#3602022#3222023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3702021#4002022#2212023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6122021#5922022#9242023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#5962020#8312021#8552023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#5912021#5142022#6832023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#6532017#4182021#3012023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#3762022

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#6422022

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#9042023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1642022

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2562020

Popularity Rankings for Malani in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

No popularity data available for the name Malani in other countries and American territories.

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Malani a Name for Boys or Girls?

While traditionally feminine, Malani can be considered a unisex name, embracing a gentle, peaceful quality appealing to any gender.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Malani

Malani in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Malani Perumal (Scientist, born 1960): An Indian scientist recognized for her research in environmental science and sustainable development.
  • Malani Ramaiya (Artist, born 1985): A Malaysian visual artist known for her vibrant and contemporary artwork.
  • Malani Seneviratne (Actress, born 1978): A Sri Lankan actress who has appeared in numerous films and television series.
  • Malani Fonseka (Actress, born 1947): A celebrated Sri Lankan actress with a career spanning over five decades in the film industry.
  • Malani White (Author, born 1970): An American author of children's books that promote diversity and inclusion.
  • Malani Wilson (Athlete, born 1992): A Canadian sprinter who has competed in international track and field events.
  • Malani Matthews (Chef, born 1980): An Australian chef celebrated for her innovative culinary creations and television appearances.
  • Malani Lopez (Dancer, born 1995): An American dancer known for her performances with major dance companies and in popular music videos.
  • "The Legend of Malani" (2018 Novel): Chronicles the journey of a young girl named Malani who discovers her hidden powers.
  • "Malani's Quest" (2019 Film): A fantasy adventure film about a warrior named Malani who sets out to save her kingdom.
  • "The Adventures of Malani" (2020 TV Series): Follows the exciting escapades of a brave young explorer named Malani.
  • "Malani's Melody" (2017 Song): A beautiful song that captures the essence of a woman named Malani and her love for music.
  • "Tales of Malani" (2015 Comic Series): A graphic novel series featuring Malani, a superheroine with extraordinary abilities.
  • "Malani's Dream" (2016 Play): A touching play about a girl named Malani who pursues her dreams against all odds.
  • "Malani's Garden" (2021 Children's Book): A heartwarming story about a young girl named Malani who creates a magical garden.
  • Malani River (Rajasthan, India): A river in the Thar Desert region, providing vital water resources to the area.
  • Malani Village (Limpopo, South Africa): A rural village in the Limpopo province, characterized by its traditional culture and agriculture.
  • Malani Range (Rajasthan, India): A geological formation known for its unique igneous rock formations and part of the Aravalli Range.
  • Malani Estate (Central Province, Sri Lanka): A tea estate located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, producing high-quality tea.
  • Malani Town (Sindh, Pakistan): A small town in the Sindh province, with a predominantly agricultural economy.
  • Malani Island (Western Province, Solomon Islands): An island in the Solomon Islands, noted for its biodiversity and marine life.

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