Dakari
Dakari is a boy's name of African origin.
Meaning
Rejoice, happiness, or joy.
Origin and history
Dakari is a modern masculine name with roots traced to Shona, where it translates to 'rejoice' or 'happiness'. It gained noticeable popularity in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The name is well-regarded for its rhythmic sound and uplifting meaning.
Popularity in the United States
4,326 babies in the United States have been named Dakari since 1880. It ranks #1888 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #734.
States where it is most popular
- FL (9.3 %)
- GA (7.8 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
- TX (7 %)
- MI (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 24 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 233 |
| 2000-2010 | 696 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,383 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,985 |
Fun facts
- Nearly half of all recorded U.S. births for Dakari have occurred since 2020.
- The name is often associated with the Shona language spoken primarily in Zimbabwe, meaning to rejoice.