Kiori
Meaning of Kiori
Kiori, pronounced kee-OR-ee (/kiˌoʊri/), is a feminine name of Japanese inspiration that artfully blends the notions of “hope” (ki) and “weaver” (ori), suggesting one who threads optimism into every day. In the United States it has been quietly on the rise—moving from just six newborns in 2016 (ranked 962) to twenty-six in 2024 (ranked 924)—a gentle ascent that mirrors the delicate unfurling of a lotus at dawn. Its soft, lyrical cadence evokes the rustle of a handloom silk sari in an Indian spring breeze, marrying Eastern elegance with the vibrant colors of South Asian textile traditions. Parents are drawn to Kiori for its balanced charm: it feels both exotic and approachable, poetic yet practical, as playful as monsoon laughter yet steadfast like an ancient banyan. With its cultural depth, graceful imagery and subtle strength, Kiori weaves past and promise into a single, memorable thread.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as kee-OR-ee (/kiˌoʊri/)
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