Rising since 2000, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Jakarie since 1996
Babies named Jakarie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 68 |
Meaning & origin
Jakarie is a modern American name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1996. It has seen a gradual rise in use, particularly since the early 2000s, and peaked in popularity in 2023. As of 2025, it ranked 6,446 with a frequency of 1 in 131,390 births, reflecting a steady upward trajectory over two decades. The name has not been strongly associated with any specific state or region, suggesting a broad but light distribution. Its formation mirrors other contemporary coinages that blend a familiar starting syllable with a creative ending, giving it a distinctive yet accessible feel. While its exact derivation remains unclear, Jakarie fits a pattern of modern invented names that appeal to parents seeking a unique but approachable choice for their sons.
Jakarie first appears in U.S. birth records in 1996, likely a modern coinage combining the popular prefix Ja- (as in Jayden or Jamal) with the suffix -karie, perhaps influenced by names like Makari or a respelling of Jacari. It has seen modest but consistent use in the 21st century, predominantly for boys.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jake, Kari
Sibling names for Jakarie
Names that share Jakarie's style, for a brother or sister.
