Murali
Pronunciation: [ m-er-AHL-ee ]
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Murali first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 5 babies have been named Murali in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Murali is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,549 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,549
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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#28,426 in US
German origin
"lightning"
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Welsh origin
"rocky hill, outcropping"
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"son of Clement, gentle one"
#28,380 in US
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About the Name Murali
Murali is a boy name .
Murali is currently ranked #28,549 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Murali include Mur, Mura, Muray, Muraie, Muy, Muie, and Murkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Murali include Murad . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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