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Imari vs Lamari

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imari

Boy #4,001 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Imari, city of fine porcelain"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,001
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lamari

Boy #5,382 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the sea, the pool"

Origin: Old French (Lamar component)

Cultural Roots

African-American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,382
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Imari Rank #4,001
Lamari Rank #5,382

Imari is more popular, ranked #4001 vs #5382 for Lamari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imari or Lamari more popular?

Imari is more popular, ranked #4001 compared to Lamari at #5382 in the United States.

What do Imari and Lamari mean?

Imari means "from Imari, city of fine porcelain" (Japanese origin). Lamari means "of the sea, the pool" (Old French (Lamar component) origin).

Are Imari and Lamari boy or girl names?

Imari is primarily a boy name. Lamari is primarily a boy name.

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