Ajani Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-JAH-nee / ɑːˈdʒɑːniAfrican; Yoruba
Meaning
Yoruba: he who wins; African: victorious
Historical & Cultural Background
Ajani is a name of African origin, particularly from the Yoruba ethnic group in Nigeria. It reflects a cultural significance of victory and success. The name is often given to boys, symbolizing strength and achievement. In contemporary contexts, it has gained popularity beyond its original cultural boundaries.
Trend Summary
Ajani has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ajani was first seen in the United States in 1974. Ajani has ranked as high as #1233 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, California, Georgia, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Ajani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ajani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 14 | |
| FL | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 32 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 61 |
| 2001 | 76 |
| 2002 | 95 |
| 2003 | 102 |
| 2004 | 109 |
| 2005 | 88 |
| 2006 | 103 |
| 2007 | 101 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2009 | 82 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 103 |
| 2023 | 87 |
| 2024 | 72 |