Dakari

Meaning of Dakari

Dakari, a spirited name of African roots that carries the buoyant meaning “happiness” or “rejoice,” arrives on the tongue with the same ease as a tabla rhythm gliding through a warm Delhi evening—dah-KAR-ee. He has been quietly weaving his way up American birth charts since the late 1970s, hovering today around rank 620—popular enough to feel familiar, rare enough to remain distinctive, so little Dakari won’t be one of five in the playground queue. The name’s three bright syllables suggest a boy who greets life like the first monsoon shower after a scorching summer: refreshing, exuberant, impossible to ignore. Parents drawn to positive meanings, global flair, and a hint of musicality often find Dakari a perfect fit; even the occasional teacher mispronunciation can be gently corrected with a smile and a reminder that, much like Bollywood choreography, every sound has its place. In short, Dakari offers a passport stamped with joy, optimism, and just enough individuality to keep those monogrammed towels safely his own.

Pronunciation

African American English

• Pronunced as dah-KAR-ee (/dəˈkɑri/)

• Dakarai
• Makai
• Makari
• Zakari
• Zakhari