Raelani
Meaning of Raelani
Pronounced ray-LAH-nee (/reɪˈlɑni/), Raelani feels like a sunlit melody drifting over a tropical horizon, conjuring a golden ray dancing across the lani, or sky. It’s not the belle of the ball just yet, but its melodic cadence suggests it’s simply saving its grand entrance. Born of a modern blend between the Spanish rayo (ray of light) and the Polynesian lani (heaven, sky), the name weaves together sun-kissed warmth and airy freedom. Over the past decade, a handful of intrepid parents—rising from 10 newborns in 2016 (rank 958) to 18 in 2024 (rank 932)—have embraced Raelani’s bright promise, nudging it steadily toward wider recognition. In the grand mosaic of baby names, Raelani stands out as a modern jewel, radiant and ready to shine.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as ray-LAH-nee (/reɪˈlɑni/)
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