Anil
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Popularity
#9938
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Hindi
Total Births
1,160
Peak Year
#46 in 1989
First Recorded
1959
Style
Nature-Inspired, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Derived from Sanskrit, meaning "air" or "wind." It represents the vital life force and breath.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Anil Kapoor
Indian actor and film producer
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