Boy · #12,323 in 2026

Jaali

A jali or jaali is the term for a perforated stone or latticed screen, usually with an ornamental pattern constructed through the use of calligraphy, geometry or natural patterns. This form of architectural decoration is common in Indo-Islamic architecture It is closely related to mashrabiya in Islamic architecture.

Current Rank
#12,323
Peak Rank
#9,581 (2003)
Total Babies
17
5-Yr Trend
Stable
2003
First Year
2022
Last Year
2003
Peak Year
#9581
Peak Rank
17
Total Count
3
Years Active

Meaning & Origin of Jaali

What this name means, where it came from, and how it has traveled across cultures.

A jali or jaali is the term for a perforated stone or latticed screen, usually with an ornamental pattern constructed through the use of calligraphy, geometry or natural patterns. This form of architectural decoration is common in Indo-Islamic architecture It is closely related to mashrabiya in Islamic architecture.

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Origin & history
The earliest sanctuaries in India, dedicated to Buddhism , Jainism and Hinduism , were often dimly lit and confined, resembling natural caves . Worshippers gathered in front of the sanctuaries' doorways for prayers and offerings. To control the harsh daylight entering the temples , screens known as jalis were used to filter and soften the light, encouraging devotion and directing attention to the sacred images. The tradition of using jalis persisted in later Indian architecture , including Hindu and Jain temples. Over time, the designs of jalis evolved, incorporating geometric and naturalistic

The Story of Jaali

Jaali first appeared in U.S. Social Security Administration records as a baby boy name in 2003, with 6 babies given the name that year. Its peak popularity came in 2003, when 6 Jaalis were born — ranking #9,581 that year. As of 2026, Jaali ranks #12,323 for baby boys with 5 births, with steady use. In total, more than 17 Jaalis have been born in the U.S. since records began in 1880, spanning the 2000s through the 2020s.

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Names that sound like Jaali

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jaali

What does the name Jaali mean?
A jali or jaali is the term for a perforated stone or latticed screen, usually with an ornamental pattern constructed through the use of calligraphy, geometry or natural patterns. This form of architectural decoration is common in Indo-Islamic architecture It is closely related to mashrabiya in Islamic architecture.
How popular is Jaali in 2026?
In 2026, Jaali ranks #12,323 among boys' names in the U.S., with 5 babies given the name that year.
When was Jaali most popular?
Jaali reached its peak popularity in 2003, ranking #9,581 that year with 6 babies given the name.
Is Jaali a unisex name?
In U.S. Social Security records, Jaali is primarily a boy's name. We don't have meaningful data for it as a girl's name.
What names go well with Jaali?
Names that share a similar style or popularity range with Jaali include Jodee, Dammion, Roshaud. These pairings are based on rank proximity and naming era in U.S. data.

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About the name Jaali

Jaali is a boy baby name tracked by the U.S. Social Security Administration. It first appeared in SSA records in 2003 and has accumulated 17 births in the dataset. Jaali's peak popularity came in 2003 when it ranked #9,581. Use the chart and map above to compare Jaali's trajectory across years and U.S. states, or browse the related names section to discover similar choices.

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Data sources

  • Birth statistics (counts, ranks, years 1880–2026) — U.S. Social Security Administration . Predictions for years not yet released by SSA are computed by Peek a Name from historical trends; we update with official data as soon as it ships.
  • Etymology, cultural origins, and related forms — Behind the Name (used under their public API terms).
  • Meaning prose and editorial summary — Wikipedia article extracts, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 .
  • Predicted nationality distribution — Nationalize.io .
  • Phonetically similar names — Datamuse .

Peek a Name aggregates and presents the above data for informational purposes. Statistical predictions and external attributions are clearly labelled where shown; we make no guarantee of accuracy beyond what each source provides.