Kemari Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Kemari

"Kemari (蹴鞠) is an athletic football game that was popular during the Heian (794–1185) and Kamakura (1185–1333) periods of Japan"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2009 👥 2,027 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Kemari (蹴鞠) is an athletic football game that was popular during the Heian (794–1185) and Kamakura (1185–1333) periods of Japan
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
2,027
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Kemari Mean?

Kemari (蹴鞠) is an athletic football game that was popular during the Heian (794–1185) and Kamakura (1185–1333) periods of Japan. It resembles a game of keepie uppie or hacky sack.

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Kemari (蹴鞠) is an athletic football game that was popular during the Heian (794–1185) and Kamakura (1185–1333) periods of Japan. It resembles a game of keepie uppie or hacky sack.

Root Element
Kemari
Core Meaning
"Kemari (蹴鞠) is an athletic football game that was popular during the Heian (794–1185) and Kamakura (1185–1333) periods of Japan"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Kemari

K 2
E 5
M 4
A 1
R 9
I 9
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

📊 Kemari in Numbers

2,027 US bearers
2009 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Kemari" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Kemari (蹴鞠) is an athletic football game that was popular during the Heian (794–1185) and Kamakura (1185–1333) periods of Japan".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~2,027 people named Kemari in the US. Peaked in 2009 with 134 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Kemari?

The Life Path number for Kemari is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 6.

Is Kemari a boy or girl name?

Kemari is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 74% male and 26% female.

How many people are named Kemari in the US?

Approximately 2,027 people in the United States are named Kemari. The name peaked in 2009 with 134 recorded uses.

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