Jabari
Jabari first appears in US records in 1971. It peaked in 2006, when 393 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 172.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Jabari popular?
Steady Jabari has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2006.
| 2020s | 1,318 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,221 | |
| 2000s | 3,009 | |
| 1990s | 1,750 | |
| 1980s | 889 | |
| 1970s | 581 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Jabari mean?
Jabari means “brave” or “fearless” in Swahili.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jabari mean?
Jabari means Brave, fearless. Jabari means “brave” or “fearless” in Swahili.
What is the origin of the name Jabari?
Jabari is of Swahili origin.
How do you pronounce Jabari?
Jabari is pronounced “jah-BAH-ree.”
Is Jabari a boy or a girl name?
Jabari is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Jabari a popular name right now?
Jabari has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2006.
How popular is the name Jabari?
In 2025, Jabari ranked #1189 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jabari most popular?
Jabari was most popular in 2006, when about 393 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Jabari?
Names similar to Jabari include Bahari, Jengo.
What names go well with Jabari?
Swahili names that pair well with Jabari include Zuri, Imani, Nia, Amani, Sanaa.