Girl name
Mayani name meaning
“illusion, appearance”
Mayani is a feminine name commonly linked to Maya, from Sanskrit māyā, meaning “illusion” or “appearance.” In this proposed derivation, Mayani expands the name Maya by adding the ending -ni. Its associated meaning therefore comes from Maya, the base element in this interpretation of the name.
What does Mayani mean?
Illusion, appearance
In Indonesian: maya, ilusi
The ending -ni occurs in varied names, such as Handayani, Wahyuni, and Rini. It is not one suffix with a fixed meaning, and the shared sound does not establish a common origin. More girl names ending in -ni →
Origin and cultural usage of Mayani
May expand Maya, from Sanskrit māyā, 'illusion or appearance', with the ending -ni. This connection is uncertain.
How to pronounce Mayani
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /majani/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦪꦤꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮚᮔᮤ |
Is Mayani a girl’s name?
Yes, Mayani is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Mayani ranks #2,583 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mayani
Famous people named Mayani
- Gusti Ayu Mayani Kristina Dewi · b. 1959
FAQ about the name Mayani
What is the meaning of Mayani?
Mayani means illusion, appearance. May expand Maya, from Sanskrit māyā, 'illusion or appearance', with the ending -ni. This connection is uncertain.
Is Mayani a girl’s name?
Yes, Mayani is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Mayani have?
Mayani has 3 syllables (Ma-ya-ni) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Mayani?
Mayani ranks #2,583 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Mayani?
Notable people named Mayani include Gusti Ayu Mayani Kristina Dewi.
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