KARI  

Gender: M
Origin: Norse
Meaning: "curly hair"

In Norse mythology, the son of the giant who ruled the wind and air; in modern America, recalls a 1970s girl's nickname name, à la Carrie and Keri.

Kari is being discussed in our message boards:

• Nicknames for Erin
• Just for fun!
• From nickname to proper name as an adult?
• Rip apart my long lists parte deux: Girls!
• Best unusual name you've ever heard?

Read Nameberry blog posts about Kari:

• AARO & EEVA: THE VOWEL-RICH NAMES OF FINLAND