NAME PROFILE
Dakari
Dakari is a Swahili name meaning 'happiness' or 'joy.' It conveys a sense of positivity and cheerfulness, often associated with an uplifting and vibrant personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,526 |
| Gender | Male (67% / 33%) |
| Peak year | 2020 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1993 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
MI — 22%FL — 20%IL — 20%GA — 20%CA — 19%
Notable People
Dakari Johnson (Basketball player) · Dakari Jones (Football player) · Dakari Akil (Artist) · Dakari Smith (Musician) · Dakari Hughes (Activist)
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