Sayani is of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'progeny' or 'offspring'. It is a unisex name, often used for both boys and girls, but it's more popular as a girl's name. The name Sayani is composed of two parts: 'Saya', which means 'progenitor' or 'ancestor', and 'ni', a suffix that signifies 'belonging to'. Therefore, Sayani can be interpreted as 'one who belongs to the lineage' or 'a descendant of'. This name is not commonly found in many cultures outside of India, making it quite distinctive. It is pronounced as 'Sa-yah-ni' with the emphasis on the second syllable.
The name Sayani has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past decade, with a total of 88 babies born with this name since 2008. After a period of steady growth from 5 to 10 births per year between 2008 and 2021, there was a substantial spike in 2023, with 26 babies named Sayani born that year alone. This suggests that the name may have gained considerable traction recently among parents.