The name "Leylani" is a variation of the Hawaiian name "Leilani," meaning "heavenly flower." The name is often spelled with an "e" at the beginning, as in "Leilani," but can also be spelled with a "Y" as in "Leylani." The IPA phonetic transcription for "Leylani" is /lɛɪˈlɑːni/, with the "ei" creating a diphthong sound. Despite the difference in spelling, both "Leilani" and "Leylani" are recognized variations of the name and carry the same meaning.