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  ALI

The meaning of the unisex name Ali is FORM OF ALLISON OR ALICE, MEANING WOMAN OF THE NOBILITY

Details on ALI:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
One who is exalted
Popularity for Boy:
622nd in the USA (top 5%)
Popularity for Girl:
4,636th in the USA (top 15%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

1,061 births
ALI as a BOY in 2024
70 births
ALI as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of ALI:

The name Ali is a Muslim baby name. In Muslim the meaning of the name Ali is: Excellent. Noble. Early Imam (Leader) of Islam.
Muslim meaning
The name Ali is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Ali is: Excellent. Noble. Early Imam (Leader) of Islam.
American meaning
The name Ali is an Arabic baby name. In Arabic the meaning of the name Ali is: Elevated.
Arabic meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for ALI:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ALI

 ALI as a boy

YearBoy Births
20241061 births
20231066 births
20221124 births
2021958 births
20201016 births
20191069 births
20181093 births
20171111 births
20161085 births
20151060 births
20141009 births
2013901 births
2012871 births
2011800 births
2010849 births
2009817 births

 ALI as a girl

YearGirl Births
202470 births
202374 births
202288 births
2021103 births
202092 births
2019129 births
2018110 births
2017114 births
2016151 births
2015188 births
2014240 births
2013250 births
2012306 births
2011388 births
2010386 births
2009283 births

About the name ALI

Ali, a name that resonates with strength and nobility, has its roots in Arabic, where it means "exalted" or "noble." This timeless name carries a rich history, often associated with Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, revered in Islamic tradition as a symbol of bravery and wisdom. The name is widely embraced across the globe, finding a cherished place in cultures from the Middle East, such as in countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt, to South Asia, particularly in nations like Pakistan and India, where it symbolizes honor and integrity. In addition to its Islamic ties, Ali also appears in various forms in different cultures—such as the Persian "Ali" and the Turkish "Ali," each reflecting a blend of heritage and identity. With its melodic simplicity and profound meaning, Ali is a name that embodies the aspirations of parents hoping to bestow upon their child a legacy of grace and strength that transcends borders and generations.

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