Jakari Unisex
Origin(s)
African; American
Meaning
African: 'to be strong'; American: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jakari is a name with African roots, often associated with strength and resilience. It has gained popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities. The name reflects a modern trend of unique and culturally significant names. Its usage has been influenced by various cultural movements emphasizing identity and heritage.
Trend Summary
Jakari has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Jafari, Khalid, Zakai, Javon, Kendrick, Jamal, Javari
Variants
- Jakaree
- Jakariy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jakari was first seen in the United States in 1979. Jakari has ranked as high as #941 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Jakari has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jakari (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 42 | |
| FL | 35 | |
| NC | 34 | |
| TX | 26 | |
| SC | 23 | |
| AL | 21 | |
| TN | 20 | |
| OH | 20 | |
| MS | 19 | |
| VA | 18 | |
| IL | 17 | |
| MI | 15 | |
| LA | 12 | |
| PA | 12 | |
| CA | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 78 |
| 2001 | 87 |
| 2002 | 90 |
| 2003 | 91 |
| 2004 | 123 |
| 2005 | 137 |
| 2006 | 128 |
| 2007 | 129 |
| 2008 | 148 |
| 2009 | 130 |
| 2010 | 146 |
| 2011 | 151 |
| 2012 | 127 |
| 2013 | 121 |
| 2014 | 115 |
| 2015 | 137 |
| 2016 | 156 |
| 2017 | 176 |
| 2018 | 181 |
| 2019 | 242 |
| 2020 | 256 |
| 2021 | 298 |
| 2022 | 371 |
| 2023 | 399 |
| 2024 | 428 |