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The name Naeli is a girl's name of Spanish, Zapotec origin meaning "I love you; blessed, generous".

Naeli could be a variation of the Zapotec Nayeli, with its endearing meaning of "I love you", or it could be a spin on the recently popular Nael ("blessed, generous"), or even of Nailea ("attainer"). The name has been predominantly used in Brazil, though a recent year saw it given to 15 American girls (three times the number it ever has been before). 

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Zapotec

The name Naeli is currently ranked #7393 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #7393 in 2025.

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