Ali is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #106 in 2024 with 500 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 500 births ranking #106. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 129.4%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 556 boys born was named Ali. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Ali is a classic Arabic name meaning "high" or "exalted". It is short, strong, and deeply rooted in Islamic history.
The name is especially significant because of Ali ibn Abi Talib, a central figure in early Islam. It has remained widely used across many Muslim communities and languages.