Laniaya is an uncommon and unique name of Hawaiian origin, meaning "heavenly flower." It is derived from the Hawaiian words 'lani', meaning sky or heaven, and 'ayā', which refers to a type of fern. This beautiful combination creates a name that evokes images of celestial beauty and grace. Laniaya is often used as a feminine given name, but it can also be considered unisex due to its lack of traditional gender associations. As it is relatively rare, those named Laniaya stand out for their distinctiveness and are likely to have a unique identity shaped by this uncommon moniker. The spelling 'Laniaya' is the most common variant, but other spellings such as Lanaiya or Lanayia may also be encountered. Overall, Laniaya is an attractive and distinctive name option for parents seeking something unusual yet meaningful for their child.
Laniaya had a notable spike in popularity between 2006 and 2007 with 8 births that year, but it has otherwise maintained a steady birth rate of about 5 babies per year since 2003, with the exception of 2005 which shows no data. The total number of Laniayas born over this period is 43.