Kemar Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkeh-MAR / kəˈmɑːrHebrew; Jamaican
Meaning
Kemar (Hebrew) - 'brave'; Kemar (Jamaican) - 'warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Kemar is associated with bravery and strength, often linked to biblical narratives. In Jamaican culture, the name reflects a sense of resilience and warrior spirit, common in names that celebrate heritage and strength.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kemarion
- Kemarionte
International Variants
- Kemar (English)
Famous people named Kemar
Kemar Roofe — professional footballer.
Kemar Bailey-Cole — Olympic sprinter.
Fictional characters named Kemar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kemar was first seen in the United States in 1989. Kemar has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Kemar has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kemar (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 12 |