Eilani
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Eilani
The given name 'Eilani' is derived from the Hebrew word 'Eli' meaning 'ascended' or 'my God', and the suffix '-ani' which is a diminutive form, resulting in a name meaning 'my little ascended one' or 'my little God'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Eilani' is derived from the Hebrew word 'Eli' meaning 'ascended' or 'my God', and the suffix '-ani' which is a diminutive form, resulting in a name meaning 'my little ascended one' or 'my little God'. The name Eilani is used in various cultures, including Hawaiian and Hebrew, and has been adopted by some Christian communities, with no notable historical context specific to the name itself.
Eilani currently ranks #3,302 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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