Tafari Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtah-FAH-ree / tæˈfɑːriAmharic; Ethiopian
Meaning
He who inspires awe; to be feared
Historical & Cultural Background
Tafari is a name of Ethiopian origin, notably associated with Emperor Haile Selassie, whose birth name was Ras Tafari Makonnen. The name is often linked to the Rastafarian movement, which reveres Selassie as a messianic figure. In Amharic, 'Tafari' conveys a sense of respect and reverence. The name has cultural significance in Ethiopia and among the African diaspora.
Trend Summary
The name Tafari has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Taf
- Tafariq
International Variants
- Tafari (Ethiopian)
Famous people named Tafari
Tafari Campbell: An American chef known for his work in the White House during the Obama administration.
Fictional characters named Tafari
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tafari was first seen in the United States in 1978. Tafari has ranked as high as #1325 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Tafari has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tafari (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 30 |