Anali
About Anali
Anali is a delicate feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Native American traditions, particularly Navajo, it can mean 'breathe' or 'they are breathing,' symbolizing life and vitality. In Hawaiian culture, it may relate to 'Ana,' meaning 'cave' or 'grotto.' Some sources suggest it could be a modern variation of names like Anna or Annalise, combining elements to create a unique identity. Anali has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek distinctive names with melodic qualities. The name's multicultural roots make it appealing across different backgrounds, though it remains relatively uncommon. Its soft sound and meaningful associations with breath and life give it a gentle yet profound significance.
Pronounced uh-NAH-lee.
As of October 2026, Anali ranked #2650 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1610 in 2010.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,924 | 58 | 32.5 |
| 2015 | #2,713 | 65 | 36.4 |
| 2016 | #2,223 | 86 | 48.5 |
| 2017 | #2,434 | 74 | 42.9 |
| 2018 | #2,611 | 66 | 38.8 |
| 2019 | #3,090 | 52 | 31 |
| 2020 | #2,683 | 62 | 38.4 |
| 2021 | #2,534 | 69 | 42.1 |
| 2022 | #1,871 | 108 | 65.8 |
| 2023 | #2,089 | 92 | 57.3 |
| 2024 | #2,188 | 86 | 53.1 |
| 2025 | #2,650 | 65 | 40.4 |
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