Dakari Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdah-KAH-ree / /dɑːˈkɑːri/African; Swahili
Meaning
Swahili: 'joyful'; African: 'to be joyful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dakari is a name of African origin, particularly associated with Swahili culture. It reflects a positive sentiment, often linked to happiness and joy. The name is used in various African communities and has gained some popularity in Western contexts as well.
Trend Summary
The name Dakari has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dakarai
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dakari was first seen in the United States in 1974. Dakari has ranked as high as #965 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Michigan, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Dakari has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dakari (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 31 | |
| FL | 26 | |
| GA | 21 | |
| OH | 20 | |
| IL | 18 | |
| AL | 17 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| SC | 14 | |
| MO | 12 | |
| MD | 12 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| MI | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 43 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 49 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 45 |
| 2003 | 56 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 72 |
| 2006 | 78 |
| 2007 | 82 |
| 2008 | 85 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 87 |
| 2011 | 77 |
| 2012 | 139 |
| 2013 | 101 |
| 2014 | 106 |
| 2015 | 114 |
| 2016 | 117 |
| 2017 | 160 |
| 2018 | 235 |
| 2019 | 247 |
| 2020 | 396 |
| 2021 | 322 |
| 2022 | 322 |
| 2023 | 334 |
| 2024 | 316 |