Malini Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-LEE-nee / mɑːˈliːniSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'jasmine'; Hindi: 'one who is like a jasmine flower'
Historical & Cultural Background
Malini is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India and among Hindi speakers. It is often associated with beauty and grace, reflecting the qualities of the jasmine flower. The name has cultural significance in various Indian traditions and literature, often symbolizing purity and femininity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malin
- Malinee
International Variants
- Malin (Scandinavian)
- Malinee (Indian)
Famous people named Malini
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Fictional characters named Malini
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Malini was first seen in the United States in 1973. Malini has ranked as high as #1324 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Malini has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Malini (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 |