A modern variant of Jelani, meaning mighty or powerful.
Jlani is a contemporary American spelling variant of the Swahili name Jelani. While the original Swahili name is traditionally masculine, this shortened spelling is increasingly used for girls in the United States, symbolizing inner strength and greatness.
Less common today
Jlani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,655 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
