Makhari

Makhari appears to be a contemporary name with multiple possible etymological roots. It may relate to the Swahili word 'mahari' (meaning 'dowry' or 'bride price') or could connect to Arabic 'makhari' (outlets or passages). Alternatively, it might be a creative modern formation using the popular prefix 'Ma-' combined with elements from names like Zakhari or Akhari. The name shows increasing usage in the United States since the early 2000s, particularly as a male name, though it remains relatively uncommon. Without definitive etymology, Makhari exemplifies the trend of phonetically pleasing modern names created by combining familiar name elements with distinctive sounds.

Makhari is also given to girls, where it ranks #16378 in the US.

Pronounced muh-KAH-ree.

As of October 2026, Makhari ranked #16378 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #13281 in 2019.