Mehlani is of African origin, specifically from the Zulu tribe of South Africa. It means 'to be respected' or 'one who commands respect'. The name Mehlani carries a strong and powerful connotation, reflecting its cultural heritage.
The name Mehlani has seen a steady increase in popularity over the years, with a significant jump from 48 births in 2019 to 68 births in 2020, indicating that it might have become quite trendy around that time. However, there was a slight decrease in its popularity in the following year, with 59 births recorded in 2021. The name then rebounded in 2022 with 62 births and reached an all-time high in 2023 with 85 births. In total, over the eight-year period from 2016 to 2023, there were 397 babies named Mehlani born each year.