Xolani Girl
Origin(s)
Zulu; Xhosa
Meaning
Zulu: peaceful; Xhosa: calm
Historical & Cultural Background
In Zulu culture, the name Xolani is often given to convey a sense of peace and tranquility. Similarly, in Xhosa tradition, it reflects a calm demeanor and is used to promote harmony within the community.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Xolany
- Xolanie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xolani was first seen in the United States in 2004. Xolani has ranked as high as #1151 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and Colorado. In the past 5 years the name Xolani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xolani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 35 | |
| TX | 31 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| CO | 8 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| NJ | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| MA | 5 | |
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 62 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 130 |
| 2023 | 177 |
| 2024 | 209 |