Kahari
Kahari is a boy's name of African origin.
Meaning
Like a king, regal, or power.
Origin and history
Kahari is a name of Swahili origin that is often interpreted as meaning 'like a king' or 'regal'. It has seen a steady rise in usage in the United States in recent years, particularly in modern naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
961 babies in the United States have been named Kahari since 1880. It ranks #3719 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1462.
States where it is most popular
- IL (33.8 %)
- GA (13.4 %)
- NC (12.7 %)
- FL (8.6 %)
- TX (7 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 102 |
| 2000-2010 | 179 |
| 2010-2019 | 207 |
| 2020-2029 | 473 |
Fun facts
- Nearly half of all recorded U.S. births for boys named Kahari since 1880 have occurred since 2020.
- The name draws from East African linguistic roots conveying notions of strength and royalty.