Jakari Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Jakari is an African name meaning joy or happiness, reflecting a positive trait. It has evolved through forms like Jakar and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. The name is not associated with biblical references and is viewed as modern and unique, drawing attention for its cultural significance.

The name Jakari is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jakari has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jakari' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9707th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3692nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1366th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 915th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20144th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11158th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8813th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jakari' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jakari"

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Pronunciation

/dʒəˈkɑːri/

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Origin

African

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Etymology

Jakari is believed to have origins in African cultures, often associated with meanings related to joy and happiness.

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Meaning

joy, happiness

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Language Evolution

Jakar, Jakari, Jakariy

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Historical Usage

Jakari began gaining popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as parents sought unique names with cultural significance.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jakar, Kari

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Jakari is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Jakari Johnson, a notable athlete, Jakari Harris, a prominent musician

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jakari"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Jakari"

"Jakari" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 9707th of 10718 9
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3692nd of 16616 226
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1366th of 24088 1,733
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 915th of 23106 2,880
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 20144th of 27321 17
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 11158th of 35406 133
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 8813th of 30306 144

Regional Popularity of "Jakari" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 100.00%
2094th/2094
100.00%
3673rd/3673
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
1308th/1308
100.00%
3336th/3336
100.00%
940th/940
100.00%
2675th/2675
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
847th/847
100.00%
1261st/1261
100.00%
697th/697
100.00%
2374th/2374

Regional Popularity of "Jakari" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Jakari"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jakari" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.