Kemari
Kemari is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name, likely inspired by names with the popular '-ari' ending like Jamari or Amari.
Origin and history
Kemari is a modern American name created in recent decades, likely blending rhythmic linguistic elements popular in modern name creation. It has seen steady growth in the United States, particularly since the turn of the 21st century. It functions primarily as a male given name in contemporary usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,585 babies in the United States have been named Kemari since 1880. It ranks #3166 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1518.
States where it is most popular
- FL (25.7 %)
- NC (12.8 %)
- GA (11.4 %)
- IL (9 %)
- VA (8.8 %)
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 | 37 |
| 2000-2010 | 522 |
| 2010-2019 | 616 |
| 2020-2029 | 410 |
Fun facts
- Kemari entered U.S. naming charts in the late 1990s as part of a trend of names ending in '-ari'.
- Over 400 boys were named Kemari in the U.S. between 2020 and 2025, reflecting its modern appeal.