Nori is an adorable name for boys or girls. It originates from Japan, though it may have a history as a nickname in Old Norse cultures. In America, Nori is a top 3,600 option at rank 3,543.
Meaning of the name Nori:
Japanese: ceremony, rites, doctrine
Origin of the name Nori:
Nori is a classically Japanese option. Nori was a kanji word in the Japanese culture before it was a baby name. It translates to “ceremony” or “rites” in English. Nori was first only for boys, but now it is a unisex option. This transition occurred after it came to America in the mid to late twentieth century.
Symbolism of the name Nori:
Nori originated in Japan. It is the same as the kanji word “nori.” When translated to English, Nori means “ceremony,” “doctrine,” or “rites.”
Style of the name Nori:
Classical
Gender of the name Nori:
Nori is an international name for boys or girls.
Pronunciation of the name Nori:
NO-ree
Number of syllables in the name Nori:
Two
Emotion evoked from the name Nori:
Nori feels youthful and wholesome. It is an approachable and kind baby name.
Alternative spellings for the name Nori:
- Noori
- Noorie
- Norie
- Nory
- Noory
- Nouri
- Nourie
- Noury
Nicknames for the name Nori:
- Nor
- Ori
- Orio
- Nono
- Riri
- Ri
Popularity of the name Nori:
Nori has no history as a top 1,000 baby name in America. As of 2021, Nori is a top 3,600 option for boys or girls. More specifically, it is number 3,543.
Related names for the name Nori:
Great middle names for Nori and their meanings:
- Lennon (dear one, lover)
- Eli (high, elevated)
- Caden (friend, companion)
- Kei (blessed, joyous, respect)
- Lanae (precious)
- Adele (noble, nobility)
- Kiera (lord, little dark one)
- Sierra (mountain range)
Famous people with the name Nori:
Noris in popular culture:
- Nori Sakurada (character from “Rozen Maiden”)
- Nori (character from “Barbie Secret Door”)
- Nori (character from “The Hobbit”)