Child, daughter, or girl
In Sanskrit, Bani is a feminine name often interpreted as 'daughter' or 'child'. It is also frequently used in various Indian languages to refer to the voice or speech, specifically the words of a teacher or the divine. In some contexts, it is associated with the goddess Saraswati, representing eloquence and wisdom.
Less common today
Bani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,314 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Contemporary Pakistani artist
Indian television actress
Main character in the Indian drama series Kasamh Se · Kasamh Se
