US Popularity Rank: 1353

Origin: Swahili

Meaning: Supplanter; Cauldron, hollow

Jakari is a masculine name brimming with creativity and confidence. Ideal for those who love contemporary baby names, Jakari is a modern invented name with Hebrew, Irish, and Swahili roots. It is an amalgam of the Hebrew name Jacob and the Irish moniker Corey. Those familiar with the Christian Old Testament will recognize the name Jacob, while Corey derives from the Irish word coire, meaning “cauldron,” or “hollow.” The Swahili version of Jakari is inspired by the name Jabari and has become increasingly popular in recent years.