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Takari

tah-KAH-ree · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name.

2025 rank (boys)
#3,379
Babies named in 2025
34
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 50,238 boys
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 1992

Rising since 1992, #3,379 for boys today.

Popularity of Takari since 1991

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

112334200020102020Most births 2025GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1990s031
2000s3568
2010s47118
2020s16152

Meaning & origin

Takari is a modern name that emerged in U.S. records in 1991, with no clear roots in any established language. It has never been common, but its usage has been steadily rising since 1992, reaching a peak rank of 3,379 in 2025. That year, the name appeared at a rate of roughly 1 in 50,238 births, with the highest concentration in Georgia. As a rare, contemporary coinage, Takari offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels fresh and uncommon.

Takari is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1991. It has no clear derivation from any known language; it may be a creative combination of sounds or a variant of similar-sounding names. Its usage has been rare but steadily rising, particularly in Georgia.

Where Takari is most popular

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

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tak, Kari

Sibling names for Takari

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

Sisters: Kai, Maya, Leila, Zara, Nia

Brothers: Kai, Jasper, Ezra, Asher, Leo

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Takari mean?
The meaning of Takari is uncertain. It is a modern name with no well-attested etymology, possibly invented or derived from similar-sounding names.
How popular is the name Takari?
Takari is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 3,379th in the U.S., with about 1 in every 50,238 newborns given the name.
Is Takari a boy or girl name?
Takari is used for both boys and girls, though it is more common for girls in recent years.