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Kari vs Davy

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kari or Davy more popular?

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

What do Kari and Davy mean?

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

Are Kari and Davy boy or girl names?

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

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