Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Nalani.
National Rank (2025)
#414
All-Time Peak Rank
#414 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
7,954
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Nalani Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Nalani
According to SSA data, Nalani achieved its highest historical rank of #414 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 754 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 296.8%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 65 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Nalani scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+296.8% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record754Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
65Years
Historical VolatilityStable Profile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:15
1950s:53
1960s:59
1970s:125
1980s:157
1990s:319
2000s:1,199
2010s:2,646
2020s:3,381
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesNa-la-ni
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with N, a letter used by only 3.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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