Safaree
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 52 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Safaree hit its peak of 11 births in 2018, social media, global pop culture, and a growing appetite for unique names were reshaping how American parents chose names.
Today, Safaree reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Safaree is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Safaree is a boy's baby name with connections to Arabic and Swahili roots — safari derives from the Arabic safar meaning 'journey' or 'travel,' and came into English via the Swahili word for a journey or expedition. As a given name, Safaree evokes adventure and wide horizons.
The name gained wider recognition through rapper and television personality Safaree Samuels. With its three flowing syllables and exotic sound, Safaree suits a child with a spirit built for exploration.
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Safaree is built from 7 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Arabic naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Safaree creates its characteristic bright, upbeat quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Safaree has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2016.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 29 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 23 | — |
The Story of Safaree
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2018, Safaree is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Safaree are most likely born between 2016 and 2023.
How rare is Safaree?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Safaree is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2016, peaked in the 2020s with 29 births that decade.
Safaree by the numbers
- Would fill 1 school bus
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(7 years, 2016–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | #11978 |
| 2022 | 9 | #8853 |
| 2021 | 6 | #11870 |
| 2020 | 8 | #9394 |
| 2018 | 11 | #7522 |
| 2017 | 6 | #11951 |
| 2016 | 6 | #11869 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2016–2023