unisex name · Swahili origin
Bahati
/ bah-HAH-tee /
Meaning
Bahati means Luck, fortune (Swahili).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
Swahili
Pronunciation
bah-HAH-tee
Popularity
#12267 boys · #11091 girls (U.S. 2025)
Popularity of Bahati in the US, 1880–2025
Bahati first appears in US records in 1975. It peaked in 2024, when 12 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 8.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Bahati mean?
Bahati means “luck” or “good fortune” in Swahili.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahati mean?
Bahati means Luck, fortune. Bahati means “luck” or “good fortune” in Swahili.
What is the origin of the name Bahati?
Bahati is of Swahili origin.
How do you pronounce Bahati?
Bahati is pronounced “bah-HAH-tee.”
Is Bahati a boy or a girl name?
Bahati is most commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Bahati?
In 2025, Bahati ranked #12267 among boys’ and #11091 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bahati most popular?
Bahati was most popular in 2024, when about 12 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.