Amari
boy name#185 in 2025Amari entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #151 in 2023, ranks #185 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1974–2025
#185
rank today
#151
peak (2023)
2,000
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5049 |
| 1980s | #5087 |
| 1990s | #2088 |
| 2000s | #444 |
| 2010s | #293 |
| 2020s | #183 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Amari has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 31,500 people named Amari are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Amari is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Amari in 2025?
- Amari ranks #185 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,000 babies given the name.
- When was the name Amari most popular?
- Amari peaked in 2023, reaching #151 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Amari with classmates?
- Amari will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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