Kari

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Kari is a name that has multiple meanings depending on the source. It can be a Scandinavian name meaning "pure," "beloved," or "rejoice." In Japanese, it can also mean "graceful strength" or "victory."
Popularity
Kari is not a very common name, but it is still used in both Scandinavia and Japan as a given name. In the United States, it ranks #1,555 according to DefineName.

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Kari Name meanings & History

Kari is a name that has multiple meanings depending on the source. It can be a Scandinavian name meaning "pure," "beloved," or "rejoice." In Japanese, it can also mean "graceful strength" or "victory.". Norwegian short form of Katarina. Kari is used as a given name, mostly for female babies. It is also sometimes used as a surname.

Zodiac Sign of Kari: Kundalini (Hindu, for power) Scorpio

Synonyms of Kari:

K: Kundalini,Karma,Karate,Kind

A: Ambitious,Assertive,Action,Aggressive,Argumentative,Angry

R: Reason,Rational,Restless,Resourceful

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

Kari is:

  • a Informal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Wholesome name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

- Kari Byron, an American television host and artist - Kari Matchett, a Canadian actress - Kari Sweets, an American model

2.) Kari (Male)

Usage: Greenlandic

Meanings: The name Kari is associated with qualities such as independence, assertiveness, and strength. In Norse mythology, Kári was the god of the wind and one of the four sons of Þórr, the god of thunder.


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Description: The name Kari has Scandinavian roots and is derived from the Old Norse name 'Kári' which means "wind" or "wildfire". The name Kari is associated with qualities such as independence, assertiveness, and strength. In Norse mythology, Kári was the god of the wind and one of the four sons of Þórr, the god of thunder. Younger form of Kare. Kari is a female name that is widely used in Finland, Sweden, Norway, and other Scandinavian countries. It is also a popular name in the US and Canada and can be used as a middle name or stand-alone name.

Famous People

Famous people named Kari include Kari Byron, an American television host and artist, and Kari Wahlgren, an American voice actress. Kari is also a character in the popular anime series 'Digimon'.

3.) Kari (Female)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: (Scandinavian) pure

Other Forms: Cari, Karri, Karrie, Karry


4.) Kari (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Greek) pure. (Danish) a form of Caroline, Katherine. See also Carey,Cari,Carrie,Karri.

Other Forms: Karee


5.) KARI (Male)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: From the Old Norse kari (gust of wind; curly-haired). According to Norse mythology, Kari, the son of the giant Gymir, ruled the wind and air. In more modern times, Kari came to be a byname for someone with curly hair. Var: Kare. (KAH-REH)


6.) Kari (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: Kari has two meanings, as in Old Norse, it means “a gust of wind,” whereas before of the Latin language, it represents “beloved” or “dear”.

Pronunciation: KAH-ree
KAR-ee


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Description: Kari has two meanings, as in Old Norse, it means “a gust of wind,” whereas before of the Latin language, it represents “beloved” or “dear”. Form of Macarius (see Macario) used by the Finnish author Juhani Aho in his novel Panu (1897). Kari is a name suitable for both babies and adult women. It is mostly used in Scandinavian countries but is becoming popular in other countries too.

Famous People

Some famous people named Kari include Kari Byron (American television host), Kari Wahlgren (American actress), and Kari Traa (Norwegian Olympic medalist).

Related Names to Kari

Other similar names to Kari include Karin, Kira, Kara, and Karina.

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