Jabari

Jabari: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Jabari

  • A male given name from Swahili of modern African American usage.

Etymology

Borrowed from Swahili Jabari.

How popular is Jabari?

172U.S. babies in 2025
#609peak rank (2006)
9,768babies since 1880

Since 1880, 9,768 boys in the U.S. have been named Jabari. Its highest rank for boys was #609 in 2006. In 2025, 172 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

18801920196020002025393 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Jabari FAQ

What does the name Jabari mean?

A male given name from Swahili of modern African American usage. Borrowed from Swahili Jabari.

What is the origin of the name Jabari?

Jabari is listed as a name of Swahili origin.

How popular is the name Jabari?

Since 1880, 9,768 boys in the U.S. have been named Jabari. Its highest rank for boys was #609 in 2006. In 2025, 172 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Jabari a boy or girl name?

Jabari is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 9,768 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.