Kahari

Q: What is the origin of Kahari?

Kahari is of Swahili origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Kahari a boy name?

Kahari is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Of the King"

Interpreted through Swahili based formations, commonly glossed as royal or kingly in contemporary naming sources.

Themes:kingeastafricastatus

Royal Regal Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Kahari

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2063Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Kahari did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kahari Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kahari.

9 ideas

kahy

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kaha

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kie

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hari

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ariy

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hary

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Baby Name Lists That Include Kahari

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kahari mean?

Kahari means "Of the King". Interpreted through Swahili based formations, commonly glossed as royal or kingly in contemporary naming sources.

What is the origin of Kahari?

Kahari is of Swahili origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kahari?

According to the latest SSA data, Kahari is currently ranked #2063 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kahari a boy name?

Kahari is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kahari?

Popular nicknames for Kahari include kahy, kaha, kie, ky, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kahari?

There are many names similar to Kahari in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSwahili

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#2063

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akili Asani Ajamu Bakari Damani

Sisters

Asani Akili Azani Bibi Bahati

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