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Ramari

rah-MAH-ree · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern variation of names like Ramona or Ramari, or derived from the Maori word meaning 'light'.

2025 rank (boys)
#3,757
Babies named in 2025
29
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 58,899 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2013

Rising since 2013, #3,757 for boys today.

Popularity of Ramari since 2003

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

10192920102020Most births 2025Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s44
2010s65
2020s91

Meaning & origin

Ramari is a modern name with an air of mystery. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2003 and has been gradually climbing in popularity. As of 2025, it ranks 3,757 nationally, with about 1 in 58,899 boys receiving the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating growing interest. The name is most common in New York and Florida. While its origins are uncertain, the name's sound suggests connections to both Hawaiian and Maori influences, as well as European roots. Ramari offers a fresh, melodic alternative for parents seeking a distinctive name with subtle cultural echoes.

The name Ramari is a modern coinage with multiple possible influences. It may be an elaborated form of the name Rama, which has Sanskrit roots meaning 'pleasing' or 'charming,' or a variation of Ramona, a Spanish feminine form of Raymond. Alternatively, it could be derived from the Maori word 'ramari,' meaning 'light' or 'enlightenment.' The name first appeared in U.S. records in the early 2000s and has seen a slow but steady rise in use.

Where Ramari is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Rama, Mari, Rami

Variants: Ramary, Ramaree

Sibling names for Ramari

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

Sisters: Maya, Leilani, Aria, Nova, Zara

Brothers: Kai, Milo, Ezra, Ronan, Theo

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ramari mean?
The exact meaning of Ramari is uncertain. It may be a modern variation of names like Ramona or a word from the Maori language meaning 'light.'
How popular is the name Ramari?
Ramari is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 3,757 in the United States, with approximately 1 in 58,899 boys given that name.
Is Ramari a boy or girl name?
Ramari is typically used for boys, though it could be considered unisex.