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Hawaiian · Girl name

Ailani

“high chief”

About the name Ailani

Ailani is a Hawaiian name meaning ‘high chief’ or ‘chiefly’. It reflects the rich cultural heritage of Hawaii, where names often carry significant meanings related to nature, leadership, and spirituality. It is used primarily in Hawaiian culture and has gained some recognition outside of Hawaii as well.

Meaning
high chief
Origin
Hawaiian
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
ah-ee-LAH-nee(4 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Ailani

  • Ailani Mae
  • Ailani Lynn
  • Ailani Rose
  • Ailani Jade
  • Ailani Kali

Questions about Ailani

What does Ailani mean?
Ailani is a Hawaiian name meaning "high chief".
How do you pronounce Ailani?
Ailani is pronounced ah-ee-LAH-nee, with emphasis on the third syllable.

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