Rising since 2011, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Jeilany since 2010
Babies named Jeilany per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Jeilany is a modern name that first entered U.S. records in 2010, reflecting the ongoing trend of creative, unique naming. With a current rank of 14,942 as of 2025, it remains quite rare: roughly 1 in 321,453 newborns receive the name. Its popularity peaked in 2023 before a slight decline, but the trajectory has been rising since 2011, indicating steady if modest growth. Jeilany has not been recorded in any top state lists, likely due to its low overall numbers. The name's unclear origins and lack of traditional roots make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something truly original.
Jeilany first appeared in U.S. records in 2010, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a creative respelling or blending of names like Jilani or Jelani, combined with a fashionable suffix. No historical or linguistic roots have been identified.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay, Lani, J
Variants: Jilani, Jelani
Sibling names for Jeilany
Names that share Jeilany's style, for a brother or sister.
