Rising since 2011, #4,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Deylani since 2010
Babies named Deylani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 59 |
| 2020s | 133 |
Meaning & origin
Deylani is a modern name first recorded in the United States in 2010. It has been rising in popularity, reaching a rank of 4,067 in 2025 with an incidence of approximately 1 in 45,922 births. Its peak year so far is 2025, and its trajectory is steadily upward since 2011. The name has strong regional ties to Texas, which topped the list of states where it is most used. As a contemporary coinage, Deylani lacks historical depth but offers a melodic, distinctive choice favored in the South and Southwest.
Deylani appears to be a modern coinage, possibly derived from the name Delaney or Dayla, combined with the fashionable suffix -ni. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2010 and has since gained modest usage, particularly in Texas. Its meaning is not rooted in any traditional language.
Where Deylani is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dey, Lani, Deyla
Sibling names for Deylani
Names that share Deylani's style, for a brother or sister.
