Jari: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahr-ee
Origin: Finland
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Updated on Jul 01, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Northern Europe
Meaning:A variant of the Finnish word for

Jari is a Finnish given name, derived from the Finnish word for "forest" or "woods. " The name has been popular in Finland for centuries and is often associated with nature and the outdoors. While it has a strong cultural significance in Finland, the name has not gained widespread international recognition. Its simplicity and connection to nature make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents.

Jari Name Popularity Data

chat-overallJari is currently #17358 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-femaleBoy: Jari is currently #7493 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-maleOverall Nature: Jari is currently #8070 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-maleBoy Nature: Jari is currently #3526 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-maleOverall Unique: Jari is currently #9056 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-maleBoy Unique: Jari is currently #3905 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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