Ali
Ali first appears in US records in 1914. It peaked in 2022, when 1,124 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,116.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ali popular?
Near its peak Ali is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 6,347 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 9,865 | |
| 2000s | 7,735 | |
| 1990s | 5,140 | |
| 1980s | 2,846 | |
| 1970s | 1,733 | |
| 1960s | 408 | |
| 1950s | 166 | |
| 1940s | 65 | |
| 1930s | 50 | |
| 1920s | 23 | |
| 1910s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ali mean?
Ali means “exalted,” “noble” or “sublime” in Arabic.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ali mean?
Ali means Exalted, noble. Ali means “exalted,” “noble” or “sublime” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Ali?
Ali is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Ali?
Ali is pronounced “AH-lee.”
Is Ali a boy or a girl name?
Ali is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Ali a popular name right now?
Ali is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Ali?
In 2025, Ali ranked #306 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ali most popular?
Ali was most popular in 2022, when about 1,124 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ali?
Names similar to Ali include Jamal, Ibrahim, Ayaan, Ahmad, Musa.
What names go well with Ali?
Arabic names that pair well with Ali include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.