Brilliant, bright, or ahead of others
Zuli is a rare name with multiple potential etymological paths. In an Arabic context, it is often associated with the root meaning 'brilliant' or 'preceding'. It is also sometimes used as a diminutive of Zulaykha or as a modern creative variation of names like Zuly.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Zuli in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).