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Malini

Originating from the Sanskrit word for 'light' or 'brilliance,' this name describes a person who shines brightly and brings warmth and clarity to those around them.

Key Stats

Total births327
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2005
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded2005
Most recent2005
Syllables3
OriginIndian
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Jyoti Amge (Actress, American Horror Story) · Jyoti Basu (Politician, former Chief Minister of West Bengal) · Jyoti Gondek (Politician, Mayor of Calgary) · Jyoti Singh (Activist, subject of Nirbhaya movement) · Jyoti Subhash (Actress, Marathi cinema)

Nicknames & Diminutives

JyotJoJyo

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