Safari
Pronunciation: [ s-uhf-AHR-ee ]
Does Safari flow with your last name?
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Safari
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Safari
7 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Safari
See all →What the Safari report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Safari the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Safari head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Safari actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Safari first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 354 babies have been named Safari in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Safari is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #8,450 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"torch, shining light"
"manifestation of God"
"related to the bow, bow-bearer"
"guardian, protector"
"Work-power; industrious leader"
Compare Safari with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,450
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Safari fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Boy Name
Safari is also used as a boy name, ranked #7183.
View Safari as a boy name →Similar Names
See all names like Safari →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Safari with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Safari and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Safari sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Greek origin
"torch, shining light"
#8,371 in US
Greek via Latin origin
"manifestation of God"
#8,566 in US
Sanskrit origin
"related to the bow, bow-bearer"
#8,274 in US
Hebrew origin
"guardian, protector"
#8,562 in US
Germanic origin
"Work-power; industrious leader"
#8,252 in US
Germanic origin
"other, foreign, noble"
#8,375 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Safari's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Safari
Is Safari a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Safari?
How popular is the name Safari?
What are common nicknames for Safari?
Is Safari a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Safari?
Are there other spellings for Safari?
Browse all middle names, sibling names, or similar names.
About the Name Safari
Safari is a girl name .
Is Safari a boy or girl name? Safari is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #8,450 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,183. Safari is more commonly used as a boy name.
Safari is currently ranked #8,450 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Safari include Saf, Safa, Safay, Safaie, Say, Saie, and Safkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Safari include Safa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis