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The baby name Anjali is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced AN-juh-lee (English: /ˈændʒəli/; Hindi/Sanskrit approx.: /ənˈdʒaːli/).

Anjali is Sanskrit in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Sanskrit
Pronunciation: AN-juh-lee (English: /ˈændʒəli/; Hindi/Sanskrit approx.: /ənˈdʒaːli/)

What is the meaning of the name Anjali ?

The baby name Anjali is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced AN-juh-lee (English: /ˈændʒəli/; Hindi/Sanskrit approx.: /ənˈdʒaːli/).

Anjali is Sanskrit in Origin.

Anjali (Sanskrit: Añjalī) is a feminine given name drawn from Sanskrit añjaliḥ, “offering made with cupped hands; reverent salutation,” from the root añj “to honor, adorn, anoint.” It evokes the gesture añjali-mudrā, hands pressed together in greeting or prayer, thus carrying the senses of homage, devotion, and gift.

The word appears in classical Sanskrit and Pali literature and became a personal name across Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain communities in South Asia. It remains common in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and gained visibility in the global diaspora from the late twentieth century. Spellings and variants include Añjali/Anjali, Anjuli, Anjalee, Anjolie, and regional Bengali Anjoli/Onjoli; diminutives include Anju and Anji. Related elaborations such as Anjalika also occur. Contemporary bearers include filmmaker Anjali Menon and painter Anjolie Ela Menon, reinforcing its association with grace and respectful offering.

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Famous people with the name Anjali

Anjali Devi Actor · Born 1927 · India Anjali Devi was an Indian actress best known for her roles in classic Telugu films. She gained fame for her performances in movies like 'Anarkali' and 'Suvarna Sundari'. Her career spanned several decades, making her a beloved figure in Indian cinema. Anjali Actor · Born 1986 · India Anjali is a well-known Indian actress who gained fame for her role in the Tamil film 'Angaadi Theru'. She has also starred in popular movies like 'Engeyum Eppodhum' and 'Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu', showcasing her versatility and talent in the Indian film industry. Anjali Patil Actor · Born 1989 · India Anjali Patil is best known as an Indian actress recognized for her work across Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, and Tamil cinema. She has appeared in films like Naa Bangaaru Talli, Chakravyuh, and Newton, and has won major honors including a National Film Award and a Filmfare Marathi Award.
Anjli Mohindra Actor · Born 1990 · United Kingdom Anjli Mohindra is an English actress best known for playing Rani Chandra in The Sarah Jane Adventures and Nadia Ali in Bodyguard. She has also appeared in Doctor Who. Neha Mehta Actor · Born 1978 · India Anjali is best known for playing Anjali Mehta in the long-running sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah from 2008 to 2020. Born on 1 April 1978, Neha Mehta is an Indian actress who has worked mainly in Gujarati cinema and Hindi television.

Anjali – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2025 #1 — 874
IN Girls 0 #12 4,380 13,121
MV Girls 0 #32 4 2,021
IN 0 #49 22 2,963
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
CN 0 #86 1 3,857
OM 0 #99 18 6,215
QA 0 #104 3 7,011
BN Girls 0 #112 3 5,459
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
CY Girls 0 #123 3 3,755
OM Girls 0 #129 305 15,987
CY Boys 0 #131 1 3,473
Switzerland Girls 2024 #133 3 1,786
MU 0 #135 3 3,613
PA 0 #136 3 3,797
AE 0 #152 26 10,220
CR 0 #165 1 5,526
QA Girls 0 #169 150 15,378
Sweden Girls 2016 #186 2 1,634
LU Girls 0 #189 2 4,850
AE Girls 0 #197 417 20,968
KW Girls 0 #208 357 19,177
HU Girls 0 #222 4 3,308
PS 0 #225 2 5,692
BD 0 #234 8 5,992
JP Girls 0 #244 8 6,592
GR Girls 0 #249 1 6,293
MU Girls 0 #258 94 8,539
SG 0 #258 12 11,010
MO Girls 0 #260 4 7,056
Canada Girls 2024 #271 15 2,795
JM Girls 0 #276 3 7,507
IL 0 #281 2 6,291
TW Girls 0 #289 1 8,139
KZ Boys 0 #296 1 6,578
SA 0 #311 2 10,560
JO Girls 0 #315 11 7,570
DK Girls 0 #329 1 7,429
KZ Girls 0 #332 1 5,862
GH Girls 0 #336 2 6,973
CZ Girls 0 #350 2 5,378
BD Girls 0 #352 35 8,413
MY 0 #352 3 12,352
CN Girls 0 #355 5 8,829
HK 0 #357 1 8,483
SD Girls 0 #357 2 7,678
MU Boys 0 #367 3 8,477
Finland Girls 0 #379 13 1,368
France Girls 2021 #384 22 3,185
JO Boys 0 #389 1 7,057
YE 0 #397 2 8,639
BO 0 #408 1 6,868
SA Girls 0 #409 615 25,931
EG 0 #412 1 6,387
PH Girls 0 #423 7 13,098
CL 0 #433 2 6,867
BH 0 #441 113 17,937
MX 0 #445 1 8,339
SG Girls 0 #459 128 18,916
PT Girls 0 #470 2 7,952
ZA 0 #473 2 14,421
PS Girls 0 #508 16 10,981
CO 0 #510 1 7,768
RU Girls 0 #517 7 11,913
PA Girls 0 #518 1 9,861
IQ Girls 0 #519 7 11,303
IR Girls 0 #543 3 8,334
HK Boys 0 #556 2 12,905
CM Girls 0 #559 2 11,671
LY 0 #559 1 12,703
PS Boys 0 #560 2 10,655
CR Girls 0 #567 7 11,342
HK Girls 0 #592 24 16,104
BD Boys 0 #604 2 10,045
IL Girls 0 #606 12 11,648
LB 0 #685 6 13,263
QA Boys 0 #688 20 18,093
IQ Boys 0 #696 2 13,071
CL Boys 0 #700 1 13,390
KW Boys 0 #717 53 18,755
MY Girls 0 #729 271 24,821
SG Boys 0 #736 4 17,960
IN Boys 0 #809 194 16,750
NG Girls 0 #822 5 15,093
Germany Girls 0 #825 14 4,949
United States Girls 2024 #843 74 8,487
TN 0 #859 7 13,765
OM Boys 0 #863 19 17,948
PE Girls 0 #889 55 14,861
NL Girls 0 #898 58 5,933
CL Girls 0 #913 3 14,098
PE Boys 0 #926 1 14,506
EG Girls 0 #944 16 14,742
Spain Girls 0 #974 10 5,561
AE Boys 0 #1,063 30 22,615
MY Boys 0 #1,095 17 25,439
MA 0 #1,105 24 20,986
ZA Girls 0 #1,121 21 25,928
CO Girls 0 #1,149 4 16,140
DZ 0 #1,227 8 20,130
TR 0 #1,252 3 19,440
MX Girls 0 #1,266 2 17,781
IT Girls 0 #1,369 78 9,415
SA Boys 0 #1,502 113 28,008

Anjali is popular in 64 countries — most recent births per country:

Canada
France
United States
Switzerland
Ireland

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People also ask about Anjali

Anjali is predominantly a girl's name.
Anjali is a 3 syllable name, pronounced AN-juh-lee (English: /ˈændʒəli/; Hindi/Sanskrit approx.: /ənˈdʒaːli/).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Anjalee, Anjuli, Anjalie, Anjoli, Anjaly and Anjala.
Across languages, Anjali has these equivalents: Dorothy (Greek: 'gift of God'), Theodora (Greek: 'gift of God'), Isadora/Isidora (Greek: 'gift of Isis'), Dora (short form of Dorothea/Dorothy).
Yes, very popular — Anjali ranked #1 in Ireland in 2025, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Anjali ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2025).
Anjali's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #288 in 2014 to #271 in 2024 in Canada.
Yes — 5 notable people named Anjali are in our database, including Anjali Devi (Actor), Anjali (Actor), Anjali Patil (Actor).