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Bakhari

♂ Boy

Pronounced bah-KAR-ee /bɑːˈkɑːr.i/Medium

Meaning: Bakhari is a Swahili name of Arabic root, generally read as 'promising' or 'noble one'. It carries a hopeful, dignified sense; we note the heritage respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A hopeful name: Bakhari is often read as 'promising' or 'noble' (Swahili/Arabic) (said 'bah-KAR-ee'). Warm and dignified.
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Origin MediumSwahili, Arabic
MeaningBakhari is a Swahili name of Arabic root, generally read as 'promising' or 'noble one'. It carries a hopeful, dignified sense; we note the heritage respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#12517 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 13

History & Origin

Bakhari is a Swahili name of Arabic origin, generally read as 'promising' or 'noble'. It carries a hopeful, dignified sense, which we honor respectfully. A warm, rooted pick (said 'bah-KAR-ee').

As a given name it appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, heritage-rooted, and dignified.

Did you know? Bakhari is a Swahili name of Arabic root, often understood as 'promising' or 'noble one' — a warm, dignified pick we note respectfully (said 'bah-KAR-ee').
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References — Bakhari — Swahili/Arabic; 'promising; noble'; respectful note

Variations

BakariBahari

Nicknames

BakKari

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Bakhari mean?

Bakhari is a Swahili name of Arabic root, generally read as 'promising' or 'noble one'. We note the heritage respectfully.

How do you pronounce Bakhari?

It's said bah-KAR-ee /bɑːˈkɑːr.i/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Bakhari a boy or girl name?

Bakhari is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Bakhari?

Bakhari is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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