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Persian/Modern American · Unisex name

Sanai

“modern coinage; no established meaning”

About the name Sanai

Sanai is primarily known as a Persian surname, most notably borne by the twelfth-century Persian poet Sanai of Ghazni, whose works influenced later Sufi poets such as Rumi. As a given name, Sanai is a modern coinage in English-speaking countries and does not have an established meaning or traditional use in Persian or Arabic naming customs. It is sometimes used for both boys and girls in the United States, likely inspired by the poet’s surname or as a creative variation of similar-sounding names like Sanaa.

Meaning
modern coinage; no established meaning
Origin
Persian/Modern American
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
sah-NYE(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Sanaii

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Middle names for Sanai

  • Sanai Jade
  • Sanai Marie
  • Sanai Hope
  • Sanai Lynn
  • Sanai Skye

Questions about Sanai

What does Sanai mean?
Sanai is a Persian name meaning "modern coinage; no established meaning".
How do you pronounce Sanai?
Sanai is pronounced sah-NYE, with emphasis on the second syllable.
What are variants of Sanai?
Variants of Sanai include Sanaii.

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