Shalini
Shalini is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,126 in the US, popular nicknames include Sha, Shy, and Shaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Shalini first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 784 babies have been named Shalini in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalini is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,126 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,126
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Shalini
Shalini is a girl name .
Shalini is currently ranked #35,126 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalini include Sha, Shy, Shaie, and Shalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalini include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis