How Many People Are Named Kahari?

Complete statistics for the name Kahari: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Kahari
Very Rare
Swahili

Kahari means 'king' in Swahili, making it a regal choice for parents. Only 954 people in the US today share this name, which is 1 in 345,739 Americans, truly setting it apart. The name peaked in popularity in 2023 with 121 births, showing its recent rise.

~954
Living in US
1 in 345,739
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
King
🌐
Origin
Swahili
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Regal Confident Determined
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their ability to inspire and motivate others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,648
Worldwide Bearers
#189,831
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
1,304
🇮🇩 Indonesia
194
🇺🇸 United States
61
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
45
🇳🇵 Nepal
16
🇰🇪 Kenya
5
🇲🇾 Malaysia
5
🇳🇬 Nigeria
5
🇨🇩 DR Congo
4
🇬🇧 England
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
874 (92%)
♀ Female
81 (8%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 11
916
Would be under 30 (95%)
49
Would be 30–60 (5%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 965 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
87
Classic Feel
9
Modern Appeal
100
International
87

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Kahari Through the Generations

Kahari stands out as a very rare name, with only 965 total births recorded in the United States since records began. As of now, there are 954 people named Kahari living in the country, indicating a survival rate of nearly 100%. This name has seen a notable surge in popularity, particularly among younger generations, with 916 of the 954 individuals being under 30 years old. The average age of those named Kahari is just 11, reflecting its status as a modern, newer-generation name. With no one over 60 bearing the name, it's clear that Kahari is a name for the future, continuing to grow in usage.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 98
Georgia 36
North Carolina 33
Florida 20
Texas 16
Mississippi 13
Ohio 13
South Carolina 12
New York 7
Alabama 6

✨ Similar Names to Kahari

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Kahari's Swahili roots

📄 About the Name Kahari

How Many People Have the Name Kahari?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 954 people in the United States currently share the name Kahari. That works out to roughly 1 in every 345,739 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Kahari a Common or Rare Name?

Kahari is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Kahari Mean?

Kahari means "king" and comes from Swahili origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Kahari in SSA data, approximately 92% are male and 8% are female.

When Was Kahari Most Popular?

The name Kahari reached peak popularity in 2023, with 121 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Kahari?

Approximately 954 people named Kahari live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 965. That works out to roughly 1 in 345,739 Americans.

Is Kahari a rare name?

Kahari is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 345,739 Americans has this name.

What does the name Kahari mean?

Kahari means "king" and comes from Swahili origins.

Is Kahari more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 92% of people named Kahari are male and 8% are female.

When was Kahari most popular?

Kahari peaked in 2023 with 121 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US954
All-Time Births965
1 in X1 in 345,739
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age11
Peak Year2023
World Rank#189,831
Male %92%
Female %8%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.