Nalini
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nalini first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 345 babies have been named Nalini in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nalini is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #22,614 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,614
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Welsh/Cornish origin
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About the Name Nalini
Nalini is a girl name .
Nalini is currently ranked #22,614 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nalini include Nal, Nali, Naliy, Naliie, Nay, Naie, and Nalkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nalini include Naliyah, Nalia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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