UK boy's name
Kamiri
A name of unknown origin, potentially derived from the Japanese elements "kami" and "ri".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kamiri is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kamiri popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2022 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Kamiri is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Kamiri. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kamiri ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 3 boys were registered as Kamiri.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kamiri as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2022
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Kamiri mean?
The name Kamiri finds its origins in the ancient Yoruba culture of West Africa, particularly in present-day Nigeria. It is believed to have emerged during the 15th century CE, a period of significant cultural and linguistic development in the region. The name is derived from the Yoruba words "kami" meaning "peace" and "iri" meaning "journey" or "path."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kamiri appears in the oral traditions and folklore of the Yoruba people. It is mentioned in several proverbs and sayings, often used as a symbolic representation of an individual's journey through life while seeking peace and harmony.
In the 16th century, the Kamiri River, a tributary of the Niger River, was named after a prominent Yoruba leader who bore this name. This historical figure is believed to have played a crucial role in the establishment of trade routes and the facilitation of cultural exchange between various Yoruba communities.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have carried the name Kamiri. One such figure was Kamiri Olowo (c. 1675-1740), a renowned Yoruba artist and sculptor whose intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicting Yoruba deities and cultural scenes have been preserved in various museums and collections.
Another prominent figure was Kamiri Ajayi (1810-1887), a Yoruba chief and diplomat who was instrumental in negotiating peace treaties and fostering diplomatic relations between the Yoruba kingdoms and European colonial powers during the 19th century.
In the 20th century, Kamiri Adebayo (1925-2001) gained recognition as a pioneering Nigerian writer and playwright. His works often explored themes of cultural identity, tradition, and the impact of colonialism on African societies.
Kamiri Fayemi (1942-2018) was a renowned Nigerian artist and painter, known for her vibrant and expressive depictions of Yoruba culture and traditional life. Her works have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums around the world.
The name Kamiri has also been carried by several contemporary figures, including Kamiri Olanipekun, a Nigerian activist and advocate for women's rights and gender equality, and Kamiri Adegoke, a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and tech investor.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Kamiri by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kamiri was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Kamiri: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kamiri in the UK right now?
In 2022, Kamiri was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kamiri most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 3 babies registered as Kamiri in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kamiri?
A name of unknown origin, potentially derived from the Japanese elements "kami" and "ri".
How many people are called Kamiri in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Kamiri across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.