Will my child share the name Anjali with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 16 UK babies named Anjali per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Anjali in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Anjali becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Anjali is rising: up 354 places since 2020, to #1,809 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #410 in 1999.

Is Anjali a good choice for a distinctive name?

Anjali is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Anjali?

Notable people named Anjali include: Anjali Bhagwat, Anjali Sarvani and Anjali Sharma (cricketer).

Is Anjali a popular baby name in the United States?

Anjali does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #1809

Anjali

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Anjali is a distinctive choice, ranked #1809 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Anjali in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Anjali

Anjali is steadily gaining in popularity, up 47 places over the past five years. Its best recorded rank was #410 in 1999, and it currently sits at #2116. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Anjali is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Anjali in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Anjali

Anjali Bhagwat — Anjali Bhagwat is a professional Indian sport shooter.
Anjali Sarvani — Anjali Sarvani is an Indian cricketer.
Anjali Sharma (cricketer) — Anjali Sharma is a former One Day International cricketer who represented India.

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