Malani

Malani is a modern English feminine given name that appears to have been coined in contemporary America, likely as a variant or elaboration of names such as Melanie or Lani. Melanie itself derives from Greek melaina, meaning dark or black, while Lani comes from Hawaiian, meaning sky or heaven, and either or both influences may have shaped the creation of Malani. The name remains relatively uncommon and does not have a long recorded history of notable bearers. Related names include Melanie, Milani, and Leilani.