Aulani dances off the tongue like a warm island breeze—ow-LAH-nee— and, true to her Hawaiian roots, she carries the lyrical meaning of “heavenly messenger” or “royal envoy.” Picture a little girl whose giggle is as bright as a tiki torch: that’s the magic this name promises. Though still a hidden pearl on the U.S. charts—hovering just inside the Top 900—Aulani has been quietly surfing a gentle upward wave since the late ’90s, proof that parents can’t resist her sun-drenched sparkle. Pop-culture bonus? Disney’s Aulani Resort in Oʻahu sprinkles the name with an extra dash of pixie dust, conjuring images of lagoon-blue waters and ukulele lullabies. For families craving a moniker that feels both adventurous and abrazo-worthy, Aulani is a fiesta of sound and spirit, ready to wrap your little reina in tropical starlight from day one.