Gilani Name Meaning

The name Gilani is of Persian origin, indicating a geographical lineage from the Gilan province of Iran. In Arabic, the name is often seen as "Jilani," with Jilan (pronounced Gilan) referring to "heaven's flower" or "heaven's bliss."

While there may be individuals with the name Gilani, it is commonly known as a surname rather than a first name. Particularly in Islamic cultures, Gilani bears the significance of Sufi spirituality, as Abdul Qadir Gilani was a prominent Sufi saint from the 12th century.