Yari
boy nameYari entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #6250 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#6250
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 2000s | #10013 |
| 2010s | #12145 |
| 2020s | #10230 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Yari are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Yari is a kid of about 6 — 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 Yari in 2025?
- Yari is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Yari most popular?
- Yari peaked in 1980, reaching #6250 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yari with classmates?
- Yari will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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