Bani Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAH-nee / /ˈbɑːni/Sanskrit; Hebrew; English
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'the earth'; Hebrew: 'a gift'; English: diminutive of names like Barbara
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Bani is associated with the earth and is often linked to nature and fertility. In Hebrew, it signifies a gift, reflecting a positive and cherished sentiment. In English-speaking contexts, Bani can be seen as a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Barbara, which has roots in various cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Banny
- Baniyah
International Variants
- Bani (Arabic)
- Bani (Hindi)
Famous people named Bani
Bani Adam — poet.
Bani J — musician.
Fictional characters named Bani
Bani — animated series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bani was first seen in the United States in 1991. Bani has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Bani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 22 |