Shomari
Swahili · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Shomari
Shomari is a Swahili name meaning "fierce" or "warrior," derived from the Bantu language root that conveys strength and combat prowess.
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Etymology
Shomari is a Swahili name meaning "fierce" or "warrior," derived from the Bantu language root that conveys strength and combat prowess. The name is primarily used in East African communities, particularly among Swahili-speaking peoples in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, and has been adopted in African diaspora communities globally.
Shomari currently ranks #9,583 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1992.
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