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Jenali

Female

« The name Jenali, of African origin from the Fulani people, means 'beautiful' and is gaining popularity in recent years. »

#58354 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Jenali is of African origin, specifically from the Fulani people who are primarily found in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. It is a unisex name but it is more commonly used for females. The meaning of Jenali is not explicitly clear as there is no widely accepted interpretation available online or in baby naming books. However, some sources suggest that it could mean "beautiful" in the Fulani language. As for its history, Jenali is not a traditional Fulani name and has only started to gain popularity in recent years. It is believed to have been created by the Fulani people as a modern alternative to more traditional names like Zainab or Fatima. The increase in its usage could be attributed to the growing influence of African culture and fashion in mainstream society. In terms of its pronunciation, Jenali is pronounced as /dʒeɪˈnɑːli/. The stress falls on the second syllable, with the first syllable being pronounced as "Jay" and the third syllable as "AH".

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jenali since 1880

Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
2007
6 births
in 2007
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0% →
vs previous 5 years