Jelani means "strong" and it's a perfect name for my little sister who literally has always been stronger than me. Pronounced just the way it looks, though often mispronounced to Juliani, Delaney, Delawnee, Gillaney. This name is unisex as I've encountered many females with this name as well as males; always beautiful girls with great stories to share, and vibrant personalities that make you feel right at home.
― Anonymous User 2/2/2019
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Jelani is a beautiful Swahili name meaning 'strength'.
― Anonymous User 6/17/2016
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God awful name. Swahili names should never make it out of Africa.