Name Origin and Meaning
Cari as a Female Name
Cari is a popular female name of Welsh origin that means "Beloved." It is a diminutive form of Angharad or Carys, and also a shorter form of Caroline and Carrie in English, derived from Karl. Cari is almost exclusively given to girls and pronounced as "KAA-Riy."
Usage and Popularity
- It was the 379th most popular girl’s name in the US in 1976.
- Currently, Cari ranks 1,240th for women and 2,116th overall in the US.
- At least 30,000 people worldwide are named Cari, with 12,145 alive in the US.
- About 99.3% of people named Cari are female.
Nicknames and Special Features
Cari, originating from the Gaelic culture, means "love" and was quite popular in the US during the 1960s-1980s. It fell off the top 1,000 list after 1990 but could make a comeback as related names regain popularity. The name captures the innocence of a baby girl with its sweet, feminine sound.
Unisex Usage and Mistaken Gender
While primarily a girl’s name, Cari can be used as a unisex name. People named Cari may sometimes encounter challenges with others mistakenly assuming their gender.