Ali

Boy's name

Ali is a male name of Arabic origin, meaning "high" or "elevated." It is derived from the Arabic root ʕ-l-w, which conveys the idea of elevation or exaltation.

Meaning High, sublime
Origin Arabic
U.S. births in 2023 1,061
Peak year 2022

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Notable Namesakes

  • Ali ibn Abi Talib - Islamic caliph, cousin of Prophet Muhammad.
  • Ali Khamenei - Supreme Leader of Iran.
  • Ali Wong - Comedian and actress.
  • Ali Fazal - Indian actor.
  • Ali Velshi - Canadian television journalist.
  • Ali Akbar Khan - Indian classical musician.
  • Ali Landry - Actress and former Miss USA.
  • Ali Hewson - Activist and wife of Bono.
  • Ali Bongo - Former President of Gabon.
  • Ali Al-Habsi - Omani footballer.

Brothers for Ali

Boy names closely related to Ali

Hassan Ameer Laith Kareem Zain Kenan Issa Yousef

Sisters for Ali

Girl names closely related to Ali

Reem Layan Jana Noor Mariam Yasmeen Malak Ayah

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ali

Alia Aliana Alianna

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