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Davy vs Kari

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kari

Boy #2,838 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Old Norse/Germanic (from Karl)

Cultural Roots

Norwegian Finnish Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,838
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Davy Rank #2,844
Kari Rank #2,838

Kari is more popular, ranked #2838 vs #2844 for Davy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davy or Kari more popular?

Kari is more popular, ranked #2838 compared to Davy at #2844 in the United States.

What do Davy and Kari mean?

Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin). Kari means "free man" (Old Norse/Germanic (from Karl) origin).

Are Davy and Kari boy or girl names?

Davy is primarily a boy name. Kari is primarily a boy name.

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