Sonali is of Sanskrit origin and means 'golden'. It's a unisex name, often used for girls, and is popular in India, Nepal, and other South Asian countries. The name carries a positive connotation due to its association with gold, symbolizing prosperity, beauty, and purity.
"The name Sonali experienced fluctuating popularity over the decades, peaking at 60 births in the year 2000 and steadily decreasing thereafter, with only 24 births recorded in 2023."