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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Brave, fearless
- Origin
- Swahili
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- juh-BAR-ee
Jabari is a boy's name with Swahili origins, carrying the meaning "brave, fearless." It's pronounced juh-BAR-ee, and fits parents drawn to names with a bold, adventurous feel.
Meaning & Origin of Jabari
Meaning: Brave, fearless.
Origin: Swahili.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jabari
juh-BAR-eeIPA /dʒəˈbɑːri/
Popularity of Jabari
Jabari peaked at #609 in 2006 with 393 babies given the name, and has since cooled to #1022 in 2024 with 217.
Names Like Jabari
These names share Jabari’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Jabari mean?
Brave, fearless. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Jabari?
Jabari is pronounced juh-BAR-ee (IPA: /dʒəˈbɑːri/).
Is Jabari a popular name right now?
Jabari peaked at #609 in 2006 and is ranked #1022 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)
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