Swahili · Boy name
Jelani
“mighty, powerful”
About the name Jelani
Jelani is a masculine given name of Swahili origin, meaning ‘mighty’ or ‘powerful’. The name is derived from the Swahili word ‘jelani’, which conveys strength and resilience. It is primarily used for boys and reflects a broader trend of choosing names with African roots and cultural significance. Jelani has been adopted in various communities outside Africa, especially among those seeking to honor African heritage through naming.
- Meaning
- mighty, powerful
- Origin
- Swahili
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- jeh-LAH-nee(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Jelani
- Jelani Jordan
- Jelani Alexis
- Jelani Reese
- Jelani Skylar
- Jelani Taylor
Questions about Jelani
- What does Jelani mean?
- Jelani is a Swahili name meaning "mighty, powerful".
- How do you pronounce Jelani?
- Jelani is pronounced jeh-LAH-nee, with emphasis on the second syllable.