Zani Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAH-nee / /ˈzɑːni/Hebrew; Italian; Slavic
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); gift of God (Italian); form of John (Slavic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, Zani is derived from the name John, symbolizing grace and favor from God. In Italian, it is often seen as a diminutive or affectionate form of Giovanni, reflecting familial bonds. In Slavic regions, Zani can be a variant of names like Zane or Jan, which are also linked to the biblical John.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zane
- Zanny
- Zan
International Variants
- Zani (Italian)
- Zane (English)
- Zan (Chinese)
Famous people named Zani
Zani Zahra — musician.
Zani M. — artist.
Fictional characters named Zani
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zani was first seen in the United States in 2009. Zani has ranked as high as #1409 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Zani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zani
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 9 |