Zori: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: z-ohr-ee
Origin: Israel
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Region Origin: Western Asia, East Asia
Meaning: Of Japanese sandal origin.

Zori is a name with multiple origins, including Japanese and Hebrew. Zori refers to a specific type of Japanese sandal, often made of rice straw or other materials, characterized by a flat sole and a thong that passes between the first and second toes. Zori has experienced fluctuations in popularity, peaking in 2017, and its ranking has improved from 6103 in 2012 to 3360 in 2023, indicating a rise interest but not a straightforward increase in popularity in the last few years. Its significance lies in its versatility and the unique cultural associations it carries.

Zori Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Zori is currently #6395 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Zori is currently #3632 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Zori is currently #3205 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Zori is currently #1796 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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