Jelani
jeh-LAH-nee
Popularity
#2171
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
5,525
Peak Year
#218 in 2023
First Recorded
1973
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'mighty'.
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Jelani Jenkins
American football linebacker
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