Rising since 2011, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Nakari since 1998
Babies named Nakari per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 6 |
| 2000s | 43 | 24 |
| 2010s | 57 | 36 |
| 2020s | 49 | 158 |
Meaning & origin
Nakari is a modern unisex name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1998, marking it as a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. Its peak popularity occurred in 2024, when it ranked 3036 nationally, reflecting a steady upward trajectory since 2011. The name is most prevalent in North Carolina, where it has seen the highest concentration of use. With approximately 1 in 42,702 babies receiving the name in 2025, Nakari remains uncommon but is gradually gaining recognition. Its origins are unclear, suggesting it may be a creative invention or a phonetic variation of existing names, aligning with contemporary trends in name formation.
Nakari appears to be a modern coinage, possibly formed from similar-sounding names like Nakia or Nakari, or created from phonetic elements. Its first recorded use in U.S. Social Security data is 1998, and it has seen periodic but limited usage, predominantly in North Carolina. There is no known historical or linguistic root.
Where Nakari is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Naka, Kari
Sibling names for Nakari
Names that share Nakari's style, for a brother or sister.
