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Meanings

Arabic Baby Names Meaning:

In Arabic Baby Names the meaning of the name Ali is: Elevated.

Muslim Baby Names Meaning:

In Muslim Baby Names the meaning of the name Ali is: Excellent. Noble. Early Imam (Leader) of Islam.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Ali is: Excellent. Noble. Early Imam (Leader) of Islam.

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