Alani is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #10778 in 2013 with 6 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2019 with 14 births ranking #6108. In 2013, approximately 1 in every 315,209 boys born was named Alani. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Alani is a bright, modern name often linked to the Hawaiian word for orange tree. It feels sunny, current, and very wearable.
The name has grown quickly in modern use and is also shaped by its closeness to names like Alana and Ailani. That blend of word meaning and stylish sound helps explain its popularity.