Bayani

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Bayani Pronunciation

Bayani is pronounced bah-YAH-nee /bɑˈjɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From Tagalog bayani, 'a hero; a brave/heroic person; one who serves the people'Low

In 30 seconds: A hero: Bayani is Tagalog 'a hero'. Lyrical, strong, and warm (said 'bah-YAH-nee').

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Origin LowTagalog

MeaningFrom Tagalog bayani, 'a hero; a brave/heroic person; one who serves the people'

U.S. rank (2024)#6866 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 117

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Bayani comes from Tagalog bayani, 'a hero; a brave/heroic person; one who serves the people'. A lyrical, strong Filipino name (said 'bah-YAH-nee'; nickname Bay).

In the U.S. it appears in Filipino families. Rare, a-hero at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Bayani means 'a hero; a brave person; one who serves the people' in Tagalog — a lyrical, strong Filipino name (said 'bah-YAH-nee').

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References — Bayani — Tagalog etymology

Variations

Bayanihan

Nicknames

Bay

Themes & Styles

Filipino Tagalog

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Bayani?

Bayani is pronounced bah-YAH-nee (/bɑˈjɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Bayani said aloud.

How do you say Bayani?

Bayani is said bah-YAH-nee (/bɑˈjɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Bayani said aloud.

What does the name Bayani mean?

Bayani is Tagalog for 'a hero; a brave person; one who serves the people'.

Is Bayani a boy or girl name?

Bayani is a boy's name.

How popular is Bayani?

Bayani is a rare name in the U.S.