Jabari Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jabari originates from Swahili, meaning 'brave' or 'fearless'. It has retained its form throughout its language evolution. The name is associated with traits of courage and strength, although it does not have biblical relevance. Jabari has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly within the African diaspora, and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Jabari is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jabari has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jabari' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1310th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 882nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 749th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 963rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jabari' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jabari"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈbɑːri/
Origin
Swahili
Etymology
The name Jabari comes from the Swahili word meaning 'brave' or 'fearless'. It reflects qualities of courage and strength.
Meaning
brave, fearless
Language Evolution
Jabari
Historical Usage
The name Jabari has gained popularity in the African diaspora, especially in the 20th century, as a symbol of cultural identity and strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Jabari, Jabar
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jabari is perceived as a strong and unique name often associated with bravery and leadership. It is popular in various communities, especially among those who value cultural heritage.
Famous People
Jabari Parker, an American professional basketball player., Jabari Smith, an American basketball player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jabari"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jabari"
"Jabari" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1310th of 10718 | 672 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 882nd of 16616 | 2,027 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 749th of 24088 | 4,217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 963rd of 23106 | 2,673 |
Regional Popularity of "Jabari" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.36% 921st/2937 |
48.89% 1703rd/3483 |
29.99% 1055th/3518 |
24.33% 984th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.69% 910th/3685 |
18.19% 814th/4475 |
14.63% 760th/5194 |
17.38% 1098th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.40% 843rd/4582 |
17.68% 913th/5164 |
7.70% 563rd/7313 |
17.61% 1314th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.60% 980th/3984 |
24.80% 1113th/4487 |
10.92% 745th/6822 |
29.32% 1840th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jabari" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jabari"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jabari" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.