Nilani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-LAH-nee / niːˈlɑːniSanskrit; Tamil
Meaning
beautiful; moonlight
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Nilani is derived from 'nīla,' meaning blue or dark, and 'ani,' which relates to beauty, often associated with the moon. In Tamil culture, it is also linked to the moon, symbolizing beauty and serenity. The name is used in various contexts within Indian literature and poetry, often evoking imagery of the night sky and tranquility.
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Variants
- Nilani
- Nila
- Nilan
International Variants
- Nilani (Tamil)
- Nilani (Sanskrit)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nilani was first seen in the United States in 2010. Nilani has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Nilani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nilani (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
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| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 21 |