Tafari
tah-FAH-ree
Popularity
#3760
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
947
Peak Year
#51 in 2023
First Recorded
1978
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An Ethiopian name meaning 'one who inspires awe' or 'to be feared'.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Haile Selassie I (Tafari Makonnen)
Emperor of Ethiopia and Rastafarian icon
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