Daylani
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "tender, delicate, or gentle".
Name Census estimates that about 326 living Americans carry the first name Daylani. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Daylani today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Daylani births was 2024 (68 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Daylani. 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.
People living today
326
~ 1 in 1,051,394 Americans
Peak year
2024
68 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,576
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Daylani: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Daylani from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 210 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
Daylani 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 Daylani during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Daylanis live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. California, Texas, Georgia recorded the most babies named Daylani, while Illinois, Georgia, Texas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 20 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Daylani
The name Daylani has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, originating from the Middle East region during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "dalan," which means "guide" or "leader," and the suffix "-i," indicating belonging or association.
Historically, the name Daylani was often given to individuals who were considered wise and respected leaders within their communities. In ancient Arabic texts and poetry, the name is mentioned as a title of honor bestowed upon those who possessed exceptional wisdom and guidance.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Daylani can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab philosopher and polymath, Al-Farabi, who lived from 872 to 950 CE. He referred to the term "daylani" as a descriptor for individuals who possessed deep knowledge and could serve as guides for others.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Daylani. One such individual was Abu Bakr Daylani, a celebrated Sufi mystic and scholar who lived in Persia during the 11th century. He was renowned for his spiritual teachings and contributions to the field of Islamic mysticism.
Another prominent figure was Imam Ali Daylani, a revered Islamic scholar and jurist from the 12th century. He was highly respected for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the interpretation of religious texts.
In the realm of literature, Daylani Al-Baghdadi was a renowned Arab poet and writer who lived during the 13th century. His works were celebrated for their eloquence and depth, and he was considered a master of the Arabic language.
The name Daylani also found its way into the annals of military history. Ibn Daylani was a skilled commander who served under the Abbasid Caliphate in the 9th century. He was renowned for his strategic prowess and leadership on the battlefield.
Another notable figure was Daylani Al-Khayyat, a prominent Islamic scholar and mathematician who lived in the 9th century. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and was recognized for his intellectual prowess.
While the name Daylani has its roots in Arabic culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been embraced by various communities around the world, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural exchange and diversity.
People
Daylani + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Daylani as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Daylani: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Daylani?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 326 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Daylani 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 1,051,394 US residents.
Is Daylani a common name?
We classify Daylani as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 328 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Daylani most popular?
The single biggest year for Daylani was 2024, when 68 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Daylani is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Daylani a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Daylani 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.
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.