Dakhari Boy

Popularity: #896 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dah-KHAH-ree //dɑːˈkɑːri//

Origin: Arabic; African

Meaning: brave; strong

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Dakhari has roots in Arabic, deriving from the root word "dakhara," which means "to preserve" or "to save." This etymological origin reflects a broader cultural significance in Arabic-speaking regions, where names often carry meanings that reflect desirable qualities or virtues. The transition of Dakhari into other languages and cultures is less documented, but it is primarily used within Arabic-speaking communities, where it retains its original meaning and connotations.

Historically, names derived from Arabic roots have been prominent in various Islamic texts and traditions. While there may not be specific historical milestones directly associated with the name Dakhari itself, the Arabic language and its names have been influential since the rise of Islam in the 7th century CE.

The spread of the Arabic language through trade, conquest, and scholarship during the Islamic Golden Age facilitated the adoption of Arabic names across diverse cultures, often retaining their original meanings. Culturally, names like Dakhari resonate with themes of protection and preservation, which are valued in many societies.

In Islamic tradition, names are often chosen for their meanings, reflecting the character or aspirations parents have for their children. This cultural practice underscores the significance of names in conveying identity and heritage.

While diminutive forms or variations may exist, Dakhari stands as a distinct name, embodying the virtues associated with its etymological roots.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dakhari was first seen in the United States in 2000.

Dakhari has ranked as high as #5894 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Georgia, Texas, Florida, Michigan, and Ohio.

In the past 5 years the name Dakhari has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Dakhari is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Dakhari was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Dakhari.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 42 42
2024 40 40
2023 36 36
2022 46 46
2021 46 46
2020 37 37
2019 40 40
2018 26 26
2017 11 11
2016 20 20
2015 10 10
2014 8 8
2013 19 19
2012 25 25
2011 18 18
2009 8 8
2008 6 6
2007 6 6
2006 6 6
2005 7 7
2003 8 8
2002 9 9
2000 6 6

Top States for Dakhari (2023)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 8
100%