Nirali
A feminine name of Indian origin meaning "unique" or "different".
Name Census estimates that about 328 living Americans carry the first name Nirali. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Nirali today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Nirali births was 1993 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Nirali. 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
328
~ 1 in 1,044,983 Americans
Peak year
1993
19 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
2023 SSA rank
#13,084
Tracked since 1978
Popularity
Nirali: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Nirali from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 147 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nirali 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 Nirali during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Niralis live
Origin
Meaning and history of Nirali
The name Nirali has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which is one of the classical languages of the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "niraali," which means "unique" or "different." The name likely emerged during the ancient period of Indian history, when Sanskrit was the primary language used for religious and scholarly texts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nirali can be found in the ancient Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a character named Nirali who is described as a beautiful and virtuous woman. While the exact time period of the Mahabharata is debated, it is generally believed to have been composed between the 8th and 4th centuries BCE.
In the 12th century CE, there was a famous Indian poet and philosopher named Nirali Devi, who wrote extensively on spiritual topics. Her works explored the concepts of love, devotion, and the human experience. Nirali Devi was highly revered in her time and is still celebrated as a influential figure in Indian literature.
During the 16th century, there was a renowned female warrior named Nirali Bai who fought against the Mughal Empire in present-day Rajasthan, India. Nirali Bai was known for her bravery and tactical skills on the battlefield, and she is remembered as a symbol of resistance against foreign rule.
In the 18th century, there was a notable Indian painter named Nirali Kanta who was renowned for her vibrant and intricate miniature paintings. Her works often depicted scenes from Hindu mythology and are considered important examples of the Rajput style of painting.
Another notable figure with the name Nirali was the 19th-century Indian social reformer Nirali Desai. She was a vocal advocate for women's education and played a significant role in establishing several schools for girls in her home state of Maharashtra. Nirali Desai's efforts helped to challenge traditional gender norms and promote greater opportunities for women in India.
While the name Nirali is not as common as some other Indian names, it has a rich history and cultural significance rooted in the Sanskrit language and ancient Indian traditions. The name has been borne by notable figures throughout various eras, ranging from literary personalities to warriors and social reformers.
People
Nirali + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Nirali as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Nirali: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Nirali?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 328 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Nirali 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 1,044,983 US residents.
Is Nirali a common name?
We classify Nirali as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 339 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Nirali most popular?
The single biggest year for Nirali was 1993, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Nirali is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Nirali a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Nirali 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.