Ali
Ali is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
High, exalted, elevated, or sublime.
Origin and history
Ali is a traditional masculine name of Arabic origin meaning high, exalted, or champion. It holds monumental significance in Islamic history and culture as the name of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. In the United States, the name has seen steady and growing usage, boosted in global recognition by legendary boxer Muhammad Ali.
Popularity in the United States
34,383 babies in the United States have been named Ali since 1880. It ranks #624 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #317.
States where it is most popular
- MI (14.8 %)
- CA (13.7 %)
- NY (13.2 %)
- TX (8.2 %)
- NJ (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 23 |
| 1930-1940 | 50 |
| 1940-1950 | 65 |
| 1950-1960 | 166 |
| 1960-1970 | 408 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,733 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,846 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,140 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,735 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,865 |
| 2020-2029 | 6,347 |
Famous people named Ali
- Ali Daei: Soccer Player, Manager
- Ali Al-Habsi: Soccer Player
Fun facts
- It is one of the most prominent names in Islamic history due to Ali ibn Abi Talib.
- Heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali helped make the name globally recognized across cultures.