Jasiri

Meaning of Jasiri

Jasiri is a unisex name of African origin. It is pronounced as jah-SEER-ee in both British and American English. The name has variations such as Jasir. In the United States, the name Jasiri has been given to babies since at least 1997, with its popularity fluctuating over the years. In recent years, it has been ranked within the top 10,000 names for newborns. The name Jasiri carries a strong and positive association, reflecting its meaning of "brave" or "courageous" in Swahili. Choosing the name Jasiri for your baby can be a unique and empowering choice that celebrates their strength and fearlessness.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as jah-SEER-ee (/dʒɑˈsɪri/)

American English

  • Pronunced as jah-SEER-ee (/dʒɑˈsɪɾ.i/)

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Notable People Named Jasiri

Jasiri X is an American rapper and activist known for his song "Free the Jena 6," recipient of the Rauschenberg Artist as Activist award, co-founder of anti-violence group 1Hood, and an honorary doctorate recipient from the Chicago Theological Seminary.
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