Leilany

Leilany is a spelling variation of Hawaiian Leilani. The older name combines lei, a garland or wreath, with lani, associated with heaven or royalty. “Heavenly flower” is a familiar loose interpretation, but explaining the lei gives the name a more specific cultural meaning than treating it as simply another word for a flower.

The final y distinguishes Leilany from Leilani without creating a separate meaning. Lani can serve as a shorter everyday form. Parents comparing the spellings may prefer Leilani to retain the Hawaiian written form or Leilany to match a relative. Either choice can preserve the underlying connection when its story is explained accurately.