Kaori
Kaori: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kaori
- A female given name from Japanese.
How popular is Kaori?
Since 1880, 1,409 girls and 73 boys in the U.S. have been named Kaori (95% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1902 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #8672 in 2009. In 2025, 103 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Kaori FAQ
What does the name Kaori mean?
A female given name from Japanese.
What is the origin of the name Kaori?
Kaori is listed as a name of Japanese origin.
How popular is the name Kaori?
Since 1880, 1,409 girls and 73 boys in the U.S. have been named Kaori (95% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1902 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #8672 in 2009. In 2025, 103 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kaori a boy or girl name?
Kaori is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,409 girls and 73 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.