All about the name JAKAII

Meaning, origin, history.

Jakaii is a unique and captivating name of African origin, specifically from the Yoruba culture. It's composed of two elements: 'Ja,' which means 'be at peace,' and 'Kaii,' meaning 'retain, hold.' This gives Jakaii the profound meaning of 'maintaining peace' or 'keeping tranquility.' The name is often associated with strength, wisdom, and serenity. Its pronunciation follows a simple pattern: JAK-a-we (with 'a' as in apple). Spelling variations include Jakayi, Jaykayi, and Jakai. Despite its African roots, Jakaii has gained global recognition, appearing on international baby name lists due to its appealing sound and inspiring meaning.

See also

Yoruba

Popularity of the name JAKAII since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

"Jakaii saw an increase in births from 7 in 2020 to 8 in 2022, following a drop from 9 in 2019. Over these three years, there were a total of 24 babies named Jakaii."

Name variation JAKAII.