Chani is a Hebrew feminine given name, derived from the Hebrew word 'chania', which means 'grace'. It is often used as a short form of the name Chana, meaning 'graced by God' in Hebrew. The name Chani is popular among Jewish communities around the world and has gained international recognition due to its usage in various literary works and pop culture.
The name Chani experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 689 babies being named Chani between 1968 and 2023. The highest peak occurred in 2005 with 20 births, while some years saw only 6 births or less.