Safari
Arabic via Swahili · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Safari
The name Safari derives from the Swahili word "safari," which means "journey" or "expedition," ultimately rooted in the Arabic word "safar" (سفر) meaning "to travel." The name is primarily used in East African cultures, particularly among Swahili-speaking communities in Tanzania, Kenya, and other regions influenced by Swahili language and culture, with no specific religious restriction.
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Etymology
The name Safari derives from the Swahili word "safari," which means "journey" or "expedition," ultimately rooted in the Arabic word "safar" (سفر) meaning "to travel." The name is primarily used in East African cultures, particularly among Swahili-speaking communities in Tanzania, Kenya, and other regions influenced by Swahili language and culture, with no specific religious restriction.
Safari currently ranks #8,774 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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