Deyani
Meaning of Deyani
Deyani is a feminine given name whose etymology is often traced to the Sanskrit root dayā, “compassion,” coupled with the feminine suffix -ni, thereby articulating a semantic field of benevolent grace; it also emerges in certain regional dialects as a phonetic variant of Dayani, reinforcing associations with generosity and kindness. Phonologically, its transcription (/diˈjɑːni/) confers a precise yet gently resonant cadence, making it particularly suited to Anglo-American naming conventions that value both technical clarity and cultural nuance. According to U.S. Social Security Administration records, Deyani first entered the rankings in 1998 at position 874, experienced minor fluctuations over the following decades—2002 (rank 896), a peak of twelve occurrences in 2009 (rank 950), and seven occurrences in 2015 (rank 947)—and has since maintained a steady, low-frequency presence in the lower 900s, with eleven instances in 2023 (rank 947) and six in 2024 (rank 944). This pattern of infrequent but persistent usage underscores its appeal as a distinctive, technically rich name that remains quietly elegant and culturally resonant.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as dee-YAH-nee (/diˈjɑːni/)
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