Cari

At a Glance

Origin

English (variant, possibly of Carrie/Kari/Cara)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

KAH-ree (or KAIR-ee if matching Carrie)Listen

Cari is an English name, likely a variant of Carrie, Kari, or Cara. You may see a claim online that it refers to a star in the Orion constellation, but there's no star named 'Cari' in Orion – that idea isn't backed by any astronomical or etymological source. If you're drawn to how it sounds, that's really what you're working with here.

Meaning & Origin of Cari

Origin: English (variant, possibly of Carrie/Kari/Cara).

A common claim: Cari refers to a star in the Orion constellation Actually: There's no star named 'Cari' in Orion – this claim isn't supported by any astronomical or etymological source.

How to Pronounce Cari

Popularity of Cari

In SSA records going back to 1941, Cari reached its high point in 1976 at #380 with 541 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had fallen to #5815, with just 21.

Names Like Cari

These names have followed a similar path to Cari in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Petros
• Romell
• Rommel
• Ariane
• Sevan
• Thaddaeus

FAQ

What does the name Cari mean?

Cari refers to a star in the Orion constellation There’s no star named ‘Cari’ in Orion – this claim isn’t supported by any astronomical or etymological source.

How do you pronounce Cari?

Cari is pronounced KAH-ree (or KAIR-ee if matching Carrie) (IPA: /ˈkɛəri/).

Is Cari a popular name right now?

Cari peaked at #380 in 1976 and is ranked #5815 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1941–2024.)

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