Find out how popular the first name Mulani has been for the last 13 years (from 2011 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mulani by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Mulani is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 54 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mulani.

The history of the first name Mulani

The name Mulani has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was the classical language of ancient India and the liturgical language of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "mula," meaning "root" or "origin," and the feminine suffix "ni." The name likely emerged during the Vedic period, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE, when Sanskrit was the predominant language of the Indian subcontinent.

Mulani is closely related to the Sanskrit name Mulika, which also derives from the root "mula" and refers to a woman from the root or origin. The name is found in various ancient Hindu texts, including the Puranas, which are a collection of mythological and historical narratives.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mulani can be found in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, dated between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE. In the epic, Mulani is mentioned as the name of a female character, although her role is relatively minor.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mulani. One of the most significant was Mulani Bhatta (c. 1550 - c. 1620), a renowned Hindu scholar and commentator on the Mimamsa school of Hindu philosophy. His works, such as the Tarkikaraksa and the Manameyodaya, were highly influential in the field of Indian logic and epistemology.

Another prominent figure was Mulani Devi (c. 1630 - c. 1700), a Rajput princess and warrior from the Mewar region of present-day Rajasthan, India. She was known for her bravery and military prowess, earning her the title of "Rani Mulani" (Queen Mulani) for her role in defending the Mewar kingdom against Mughal invaders.

In the 18th century, Mulani Saraswati (c. 1720 - c. 1790) was a renowned scholar and poet from the Kannada-speaking region of southern India. She composed numerous works in Kannada, including the Lilawati, a celebrated poem on the life of Lord Krishna.

Mulani Lal (c. 1830 - c. 1900) was a prominent social reformer and educator from the state of Punjab in northern India. He played a significant role in promoting education and advocating for the rights of women and the lower castes during the British colonial period.

Finally, Mulani Amma (c. 1870 - c. 1950) was a revered Tamil spiritual leader and poet from the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. She was known for her devotional poetry and her teachings on Bhakti (devotional worship), which attracted followers from across the region.

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