Jori
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Jori
Jori is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Finnish, it's a variant of Jorma or Jorge, while in Hebrew it can be a feminine form of Jory or a variant of Yori, meaning 'he teaches.' It can also be considered a shortened form of names like Marjorie or a variant of Jorie. This short, crisp name carries a modern, minimalist appeal with its simple four-letter structure. Jori has maintained modest usage in the United States and Europe, appealing to parents who prefer concise names with cross-cultural appeal. The name's brevity makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce across different languages.
Jori for boys#7401 US
Jori is a masculine name with varied origins. In Finnish, it is a diminutive of Jorma or Jorge, while in Hebrew it can be a variant of Yori, meaning 'my teacher' or 'my light.' In Hungarian culture, it may serve as a nickname for György (George). The name has remained relatively uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality. Jori has a modern, concise sound that appeals to parents seeking a short yet meaningful name for their son. Its international character makes it accessible across different cultures while maintaining its uniqueness. Though not frequently found on popularity charts, Jori has maintained a steady presence in Finland and has seen occasional use in the United States.
Pronounced JOR-ee.
As of October 2026, Jori ranked #2762 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1930 in 1995.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | #4,444 | 32 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,579 | 31 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | #3,881 | 39 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,708 | 29 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | #3,808 | 38 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | #3,837 | 39 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | #3,672 | 42 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,313 | 33 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | #3,770 | 40 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | #2,762 | 62 | — | 0 |
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