Moani is of Hawaiian origin and translates to "sweet fragrant". It is often used as a female given name but can also be used for males. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in countries influenced by Polynesian culture. Moani is typically pronounced /moʊˈɑːni/ or /moʊˈæni/, with the stress on the second syllable. It does not have any associated name days or personality traits that are universally recognized across cultures.
"The name Moani experienced periodic popularity over the past five decades, with notable spikes in the late 70s, early 2000s, and most recently from 2017 to 2021."