Kamari
Kamari is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Moon or moonlight.
Origin and history
Kamari is a name with Swahili and Arabic roots commonly understood to mean 'moon' or 'moonlike'. It has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century as a modern, rhythmic choice. It is used for both girls and boys, showing steady growth in modern U.S. birth records.
Popularity in the United States
5,845 babies in the United States have been named Kamari since 1880. It ranks #2229 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #886.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.3 %)
- GA (11.2 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- CA (6.2 %)
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 | 9 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 268 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,610 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,223 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,705 |
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Arabic word Qamar, which translates directly to moon.
- Kamari has seen a significant rise in U.S. usage since the 2000s for both girls and boys.