Chani Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAH-nee / /ˈhɑːni/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; Arabic: 'the moon'
Historical & Cultural Background
Chani is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Arabic cultures. In Hebrew, it is often associated with grace and divine favor. In Arabic, it is linked to lunar imagery, symbolizing beauty and light. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly due to its use in literature and media. It is also a name that reflects a blend of spiritual and natural elements.
Trend Summary
Chani has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chanie
- Hani
International Variants
- Chani (Hebrew); Hani (Arabic)
Famous people named Chani
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Fictional characters named Chani
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chani was first seen in the United States in 1968. Chani has ranked as high as #1143 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Chani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chani (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 18 |