Sakari: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: s-ahk-ahr-ee
Origin: Unspecified
gender-female

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Region Origin: Sub-Saharan Africa
Meaning: Sakari means 'God has remembered'.

Sakari means 'God has remembered' in Finnish and 'sweet' in some African cultures. Sakari is a unisex name, used for both males and females, with no predominant gender usage. The name Sakari has a rich cultural significance in Finland, where it is often associated with positive connotations. The use of Sakari has remained moderately popular in Finland, with indications of a recent increase in its popularity, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural importance. The name's simplicity and elegance make it a popular choice among Finnish parents.

Sakari Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Sakari is currently #9315 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Sakari is currently #5218 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Sakari is currently #4443 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Sakari is currently #2487 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Sakari is currently #4874 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Sakari is currently #2703 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Sakari is currently #4659 on Kiindred Australian Names

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