What is the origin of the name Johari?

Johari is a name of African origin.

How popular is the name Johari?

Johari is currently ranked #8648 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Johari?

Johari is pronounced joh-AH-ree.

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UnisexAfrican

Johari

joh-AH-ree

Popularity

#8648

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

African

Total Births

685

Peak Year

#43 in 2024

First Recorded

1971

Style

Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Meaning 'jewel' or 'gemstone' in Swahili, derived from African roots, and signifying preciousness and beauty.

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Jo Hari Joh Jojo

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Gender Split

Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Jo Hari Joh Jojo

Similar Names

Jamila Kamari Jabari Kimani Zola

Personality Traits

CharismaticOptimisticIntelligentGenerous

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