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At a Glance: Name: Xolani – Meaning: peace, be at peace – Origin: Zulu – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: zoh-LAH-nee
Xolani is a Zulu name meaning "peace" or "be at peace," pronounced zoh-LAH-nee. It's used as a name for children of any gender. If you want a name with a clear, plainly stated meaning rooted in its language of origin, Xolani is a straightforward option.
Meaning & Origin of Xolani
Meaning: Peace, be at peace.
Origin: Zulu.
How to Pronounce Xolani
Phonetic: zoh-LAH-nee IPA: /zoʊˈlɑːni/
Popularity of Xolani
In SSA data spanning 2004 to 2024, Xolani's strongest showing was in 2024, when it ranked #1152 with 209 babies given the name — its highest point across the full two-decade record.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data via names_full.json, 2004–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Xolani mean?
Peace, be at peace.
How do you pronounce Xolani?
Xolani is pronounced zoh-LAH-nee (IPA: /zoʊˈlɑːni/).
Is Xolani a popular name right now?
Xolani is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1152 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2004–2024.)
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