Kari

The name Kari has various meanings across cultures, but it predominantly captures the essence of purity, freedom, and nature. In Scandinavian origins, it means 'pure' while Finnish interpretations highlight attributes like 'curly' or describe the archetypal 'free man'. In Japanese, the name can refer to natural elements such as 'shell' or the migratory 'wild goose'.

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The name Kari is of different origins depending on the cultural context. In Norwegian, it is a diminutive of the name Katherine, which means 'pure'. In Finnish, Kari is a masculine name derived from the old Nordic elements 'kar' meaning 'curly' or 'karl' meaning 'free man'. In Japanese, it is occasionally used as a gender-neutral name meaning either 'shell' or 'wild goose'.

  • Popularity: 2,632nd
  • Babies named Kari in the US in 2023:
    Female: 116
    Male: 41
  • Nicknames: K, Kay, Kar, Kiki, Riri.
  • Full Names: Katherine, Karissa, Keara, Karina, Karen.
  • Famous Namesakes: Kari Byron-Scientist, Kari Arnason-Footballer, Kari Matchett-Actress, Kari Wührer-Actress, Kari Traa-Skiing champion.
  • Gender: This name is versatile and can be both feminine and masculine, based on cultural and regional use.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Kari resonates with the number 1, which signifies independence, leadership, and the drive to succeed. Individuals with this name are often determined, self-reliant, and optimistic.

Kari gained peak popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, especially in the U. S., and has maintained a steady presence since then. It remains prevalent in Scandinavian countries due to its cultural roots.

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