Melodious; one who plays the Yazh
Yalini is a name of Tamil origin referring to someone who plays the Yazh, an ancient harp-like instrument from South India. It is also frequently associated with Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, and the arts. The name evokes a sense of musicality and cultural heritage.
Less common today
Yalini isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,330 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
