Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Alani.
National Rank (2025)
#161
All-Time Peak Rank
#161 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
18,799
Unisex Distribution0.6% Boy / 99.4% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Alani Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Alani
According to SSA data, Alani achieved its highest historical rank of #161 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 1,843 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 209.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 40 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Alani scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+209.7% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,843Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
40Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:5
1980s:71
1990s:355
2000s:2,377
2010s:6,166
2020s:9,825
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesA-la-ni
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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