Ali
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Ali
Ali derives from Arabic "aliy", meaning "elevated" or "exalted." Ali ibn Abi Talib, a cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, is a central figure in Islam, especially revered in Shia tradition.
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Etymology
Ali is a common unisex given name and surname of multiple origins.
Ali currently ranks #306 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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