Khari Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Khari is an African name meaning 'kingly' or 'noble'. It has evolved from historical forms like Khar to its modern version, Khari. The name is often associated with traits of strength and leadership, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.

The name Khari is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Khari has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Khari' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2178th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1729th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1908th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 987th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14677th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8802nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6592nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1732nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Khari' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Khari"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkɑːri/

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Origin

African

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Etymology

The name Khari is of African origin, often associated with the Swahili language, and means 'kingly' or 'like a king'. It can also be linked to the Arabic word 'khari', meaning 'noble'.

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Meaning

kingly, noble

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Language Evolution

Khar, Khari

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Historical Usage

The name Khari gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as a symbol of strength and leadership.

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Variants & Derivatives

Kari, Kahari

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Modern Popularity & Image

Khari is viewed positively and is often associated with strength, leadership, and nobility.

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Famous People

Khari Willis, American football player, Khari Lee, American football player

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Khari"

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 "Khari"

"Khari" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2178th of 10718 300
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1729th of 16616 692
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1908th of 24088 1,060
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 987th of 23106 2,600
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 14677th of 19264 15
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 8802nd of 27321 119
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 6592nd of 35406 287
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1732nd of 30306 1,477

Regional Popularity of "Khari" 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)
40.52%
1190th/2937
47.26%
1646th/3483
54.18%
1906th/3518
47.82%
1934th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
34.36%
1266th/3685
25.25%
1130th/4475
30.90%
1605th/5194
34.65%
2189th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
38.52%
1765th/4582
30.23%
1561st/5164
23.38%
1710th/7313
35.59%
2656th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
26.05%
1038th/3984
23.69%
1063rd/4487
11.21%
765th/6822
26.63%
1671st/6276

Regional Popularity of "Khari" 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)
- - 100.00%
7313th/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
41.04%
1635th/3984
38.18%
1713th/4487
19.41%
1324th/6822
41.25%
2589th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Khari"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Khari" 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.