Name Profile
Kari
“Pure” — Norwegian
GirlNorwegian2 syllablesCurrent rank #187 (1988)
About Kari
Hailing from Norwegian origins, the lovely girl's name Kari translates beautifully to "pure." Crisp, clean, and carrying a refreshing Scandinavian simplicity, it is a sweet and timeless choice.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginNorwegian
Syllables2
Nicknames for Kari
Kar
Popularity in the U.S.
Kari is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Kari popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Kari had 1,496 births in 1988.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 1,852 | #153 |
| 1980 | 1,769 | #158 |
| 1981 | 1,954 | #145 |
| 1982 | 2,220 | #136 |
| 1983 | 1,998 | #145 |
| 1984 | 1,816 | #156 |
| 1985 | 1,721 | #166 |
| 1986 | 1,599 | #170 |
| 1987 | 1,671 | #167 |
| 1988 | 1,496 | #187 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kari mean?
Kari is commonly linked to the meaning Pure and is associated with Norwegian roots.
Is Kari a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Kari is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Kari?
Popular nicknames include Kar.