NAME PROFILE
Jenita
Derived from the Hawaiian word for 'heaven' or 'sky' and the Greek for 'shining light,' Elahni represents a person who is radiant, optimistic, and possesses a serene, celestial charm.
Key Stats
| Total births | 473 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1988 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1988 |
| Most recent | 1988 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | African-American, Greek |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Alani 'La La' Anthony (Television Personality, Power) · Kehlani Parrish (Singer-Songwriter, SweetSexySavage) · Elani (Kenyan Music Group, Urban Contemporary) · Alani Moore (Professional Basketball Player, Temple Owls) · Alani Fua (Professional Football Player, Arizona Cardinals)
Nicknames & Diminutives
LaniEllaNi-NiLannie
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