Jemari is of American origin, derived from two distinct sources. The more common derivation suggests it's a blend of James and Mario, resulting in a unique and modern unisex moniker. Alternatively, some believe Jemari could be inspired by the Hebrew name Jemima, meaning 'like a dove', with an added creative twist. This gives Jemari a soft, melodic sound while maintaining a strong, independent feel.
The name Jemari experienced considerable fluctuation in popularity over the years, with a significant spike in births occurring between 2007 and 2011, peaking at 27 births in 2009. Since then, the number of annual births with the name Jemari has stabilized around 10 per year.