Kari Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-ee / ˈkɑːriScandinavian; Japanese
Meaning
Scandinavian: 'pure'; Japanese: 'to shine'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Scandinavian cultures, Kari is often used as a diminutive of names like Karina or Karl. It has been popular in Nordic countries and is associated with qualities of purity and clarity. In Japan, Kari can be a given name with various meanings depending on the kanji used. The name has gained some recognition in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences.
Trend Summary
Kari has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with periods of increased usage in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kary
- Karee
International Variants
- Kari (Finnish)
- Kari (Norwegian)
- Kari (Swedish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kari was first seen in the United States in 1956. Kari has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Georgia, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kari has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kari (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 45 |