Aylani
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "highest, sublime".
Name Census estimates that about 1,775 living Americans carry the first name Aylani. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Aylani today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aylani births was 2024 (539 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aylani. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Aylani with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Aylani is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 6 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.8K
~ 1 in 193,101 Americans
Peak year
2024
539 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#560
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Aylani: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Aylani from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 1,294 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aylani by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aylani during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Aylanis live
The SSA's state-level files cover 29 states and territories. Texas, California, Arizona recorded the most babies named Aylani, while South Carolina, Nebraska, Kansas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 43 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Aylani
The given name Aylani is of Arabic origin, believed to have roots in ancient Semitic languages of the Middle East. The name is derived from the Arabic word "aylah," which means "sublime" or "exalted." It is a feminine name with a melodic and poetic sound.
In Islamic culture, the name Aylani carries a spiritual significance, as it resonates with the idea of elevating one's soul and striving for a higher purpose. The name has been used by Arab families for centuries, particularly in regions such as the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and parts of the Levant.
While the name Aylani does not appear to have a direct connection to any specific historical figures or ancient texts, it is a part of the rich tapestry of Arabic names that have been passed down through generations. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the medieval period in various regions of the Islamic world.
One notable figure who bore the name Aylani was a renowned Arab calligrapher and artist from the 12th century. She was known for her exquisite mastery of the Arabic script and her intricate calligraphic works, which adorned the walls of mosques and palaces across the region.
Another historical figure with the name Aylani was a 14th-century Sufi poet from Persia. Her mystical verses and spiritual teachings were celebrated for their depth and beauty, inspiring generations of seekers on the path of enlightenment.
In the 16th century, there was an Aylani who was a skilled architect and engineer, responsible for the construction of several magnificent mosques and public buildings in Istanbul during the Ottoman Empire.
During the 19th century, an Aylani from Egypt gained recognition as a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She established one of the first schools for girls in Cairo, breaking societal barriers and paving the way for future generations of women to pursue education.
In more recent times, a notable figure named Aylani was a celebrated Palestinian author and activist who wrote extensively on the struggles and resilience of her people. Her powerful literary works and humanitarian efforts left a lasting impact on the global stage.
People
Aylani + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aylani as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aylani: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aylani?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,775 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aylani going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 193,101 US residents.
Is Aylani a common name?
We classify Aylani as "Rare". It ranks above 93.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,786 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aylani most popular?
The single biggest year for Aylani was 2024, when 539 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aylani is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aylani in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aylani a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aylani in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aylani still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aylani in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aylani can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Aylani?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.