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Jabarri

jah-BAH-ree · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Jabari, which is sometimes associated with the Swahili word for 'brave' or 'fearless'.

2025 rank (boys)
#7,194
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
2007
2025 frequency
1 in 155,280 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 1988

Rising since 1988, #7,194 for boys today.

Popularity of Jabarri since 1985

Babies named Jabarri per year in U.S. Social Security records.

815231990200020102020Most births 2007Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s12
1990s66
2000s127
2010s85
2020s46

Meaning & origin

Jabarri is a modern American name that first appeared in records in 1985, reflecting a trend of creative respellings and adaptations of existing names. It peaked in popularity in 2007, and has been steadily rising since 1988. As of 2025, it ranks 7194th with a frequency of 1 in every 155,280 boys, indicating it remains a rare choice. The name's spelling distinguishes it from the more common Jabari, and it is most often given to boys, with no significant usage for girls.

Jabarri is a modern American coinage, likely a respelling or variant of the name Jabari. Jabari itself has roots in Swahili, where it is said to mean 'brave, fearless,' though this etymology is not universally confirmed. The name emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly gaining visibility in the 2000s and 2010s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jab, Jari, Riri

Variants: Jabari, Jabbarri, Jabarry

Sibling names for Jabarri

Names that share Jabarri's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Kamari, Zuri, Nia, Amara, Imani

Brothers: Khalil, Malik, Jamal, Omari, Kwame

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jabarri mean?
Jabarri is likely a variant of Jabari, which is often said to mean 'brave' or 'fearless' in Swahili, though this origin is not definitive.
How popular is the name Jabarri?
In 2025, Jabarri ranked 7194th in the United States, with about 1 in every 155,280 newborn boys given the name.
Is Jabarri a boy's or girl's name?
Jabarri is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.