Kari

Girl's name

Kari is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse name "Kári," meaning "wind" or "storm."

Meaning Man, army, warrior
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 109
Peak year 1975

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Kari Byron - MythBusters TV show co-host, science communicator.
  • Kari Traa - Olympic gold medalist in freestyle skiing.
  • Kari Matchett - Actress known for Covert Affairs and 24.
  • Kari Wahlgren - Voice actress in animation and video games.
  • Kari Jobe - Contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter.
  • Kari Lizer - TV producer, creator of The New Adventures of Old Christine.
  • Kari Sweets - Internet personality, model, and entrepreneur.
  • Kari Wuhrer - Actress known for Anaconda and Eight Legged Freaks.
  • Kari Nadeau - Leading researcher in food allergies and immunology.
  • Kari Faux - Rapper and singer known for "No Small Talk."

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