Sanai
Sanai is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Brilliance, radiance, or splendor.
Origin and history
Sanai is a feminine name of Arabic origin, often interpreted as a variant spelling of Sana, which means brilliance, radiance, or splendor. In the United States, it emerged as a contemporary choice in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It offers a modern, melodic sound with soft vowel endings.
Popularity in the United States
4,236 babies in the United States have been named Sanai since 1880. It ranks #2703 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1302.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.7 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
- FL (10.9 %)
- GA (10.2 %)
- NJ (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,709 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,676 |
| 2020-2029 | 846 |
Fun facts
- Sanai is often considered an elaborated or phonetic variant spelling of the Arabic name Sana.
- The name gained traction in the United States starting in the early 2000s alongside similar sounding names like Sanaa and Sinai.