Nalini Girl

Popularity: #943 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationnuh-LEE-nee / nəˈliːni

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Sanskrit: lotus; Hindi: delicate

Historical & Cultural Background

Nalini is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nalinī', which refers to the lotus flower, a symbol of purity and beauty in Indian culture. The name is often associated with feminine grace and elegance. In Hindu mythology, the lotus is linked to several deities, representing spiritual enlightenment and divine beauty.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Nalina
  • Nalin

International Variants

  • Nalini (Hindi)
  • Nalina (Sanskrit)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Nalini was first seen in the United States in 1968. Nalini has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Nalini has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Nalini (2013)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19685
19697
19716
19768
197710
19796
19817
19828
198311
19845
19887
19897
19917
199310
19947
19956
19989
19996
20016
200317
20046
20056
20067
20077
200814
20097
201010
201110
201219
201314
201412
201513
20166
20187
20198
20206
20219
20227
202315
20247