Johari

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Name
Johari
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
3

Johari is both a female and a male first name. In its direct translation, the name means 'the jewel' or 'the gemstone'.

What does the name Johari mean?

Johari is a first name that is used for both women and men. It is directly translated as 'the jewel' or 'the gemstone'. The roots of the name can be found in the Arabic term jawhar (جوهر), which stands for 'jewels', 'gemstones', and 'ornaments'. Other variants include Kohar, Gawahir, Javohir, Jaouhar, Cevahir, and Gauhar.

Where does the name Johari come from?

The name Johari has Arabic origins and means 'the jewel'. The Arabic word jawhar (جوهر) is composed of terms for jewels, gemstones, and ornaments. It is widespread in the languages of Arabic, Indonesian, Filipino, and Swahili.

How do you pronounce Johari?

Jo-ha-ri

Popularity

In Germany, Johari is a rather rare name. In 2017, it ranked 3,952nd on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 11,574th.

Nicknames & pet names

Jojo

Famous people

  • Johari Johnson (American actress)
  • Johari Ramli (Malaysian cyclist)

Frequently asked questions about the name Johari

What is the origin of the first name Johari?

Johari has Arabic roots and is widespread in several languages, including Arabic, Indonesian, Filipino, and Swahili.

What does the name Johari mean?

Johari means 'the jewel' and is derived from the Arabic word jawhar (جوهر), which stands for jewels, gemstones, and ornaments.

How popular is the name Johari?

The popularity of Johari varies by region, but it is appreciated in various cultures and is used for both girls and boys.

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