Jafari
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jafari first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 217 babies have been named Jafari in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jafari is past its peak , currently ranked #16,178 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,178
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Old English origin
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Biblical Hebrew origin
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About the Name Jafari
Jafari is a boy name .
Jafari is currently ranked #16,178 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jafari include Jaf, Jay, Jafie, and Jafaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jafari include Jafar . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis