Jeylani

Meaning of Jeylani

Jeylani is a unisex given name of Somali origin, pronounced /dʒeɪˈlɑni/ in English and Somali alike. Rooted in the Arabic term jalāl, meaning “majesty” or “exalted one,” it carries a dignified yet accessible tone. First appearing in U.S. Social Security records in 2012 with five occurrences, its use has since varied and climbed modestly to 18 newborns in 2024 (rank 932), reflecting steady, if restrained, adoption. It may never top the charts, but that rarity is precisely part of its appeal to parents seeking a distinctive, culturally rich choice that remains adaptable and gender-neutral.

Pronunciation

Somali

• Pronunced as jay-LAH-nee (/dʒeɪlɑni/)

• Jelani
• Jelena
• Jelisa
• Jelissa
• Jelina
• Jelita
• Jelma