Iolani

ee-oh-lahn-ee
Hawaiian
"hawk of royalty"

Iolani Origin and Meaning

The name Iolani is a girl's name of Hawaiian origin meaning "hawk of royalty".

Iolani feels quintessentially Hawaiian, a stylish origin for baby names these days thanks to Malia, the Hawaiian name of the Obamas' older daughter. The initial I is pronounced with a long e sound, as in Waikiki, and the name Iolani has four syllables.

Famous People Named Iolani

  • Lola Iolani Momoa
    daughter of Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet
  • Iolani Luahine
    native Hawaiian hula dancer