Anjali Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Anjali is a Sanskrit name meaning 'offering' or 'salutation.' It has evolved from ancient Sanskrit to modern languages like Hindi. The name conveys traits of grace and respect, and it does not have a biblical background. It is popular in India and symbolizes cultural significance.
The name Anjali is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anjali has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Anjali' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3081st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2362nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1133rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1884th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anjali' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anjali"
Pronunciation
/ˈʌn.dʒə.li/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Anjali comes from the Sanskrit word 'anjali,' which means 'offering' or 'salutation.' It is often associated with a gesture of greeting or respect, particularly in Hindu culture.
Meaning
offering, salutation
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: अञ्जलि (Aṅjali), Prakrit: अञ्जलि (Añjali), Modern Hindi: अंजलि (Anjali)
Historical Usage
Anjali has been used primarily in India and among Hindu communities, gaining popularity as a name reflecting cultural and spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Anjuli, Anjalee, Anju
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anjali is perceived as a beautiful and meaningful name, often associated with grace and spirituality. It remains popular in India and among Indian diaspora communities.
Famous People
Anjali Gupta, Indian actress, Anjali Pichai, Indian-American businesswoman and wife of Sundar Pichai
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anjali"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anjali"
"Anjali" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3081st of 19264 | 361 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2362nd of 27321 | 788 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1133rd of 35406 | 3,307 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1884th of 30306 | 1,294 |
Regional Popularity of "Anjali" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Anjali" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
79.43% 2333rd/2937 |
62.82% 2188th/3483 |
- |
76.78% 3105th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.01% 2101st/3685 |
37.27% 1668th/4475 |
66.79% 3469th/5194 |
30.81% 1946th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.55% 1308th/4582 |
12.26% 633rd/5164 |
18.05% 1320th/7313 |
15.99% 1193rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.83% 2304th/3984 |
28.39% 1274th/4487 |
28.95% 1975th/6822 |
25.48% 1599th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anjali"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anjali" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.