Rising since 2015, #3,167 for girls today.
Popularity of Jouri since 2012
Babies named Jouri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 89 |
| 2020s | 159 |
Meaning & origin
Jouri is a modern name that first entered U.S. records in 2012, reflecting a recent trend of creative spellings and cross-cultural inspirations. As of 2025, it ranks 3,167th in popularity, given to about 1 in every 32,145 newborn girls. Its trajectory has been rising since 2015, and it reached its peak in 2025. The name has seen notable use in New York and Texas, two states with diverse populations that often embrace innovative names. While its exact origins are debated, Jouri's melodic sound and similarity to established names like Juri and Jory make it an appealing choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar.
The name Jouri is a modern, creative spelling that emerged in the United States around 2012. It may be influenced by the Arabic name Jouri (also spelled Juri or Jory), which is associated with the word for 'rose' in some interpretations. Alternatively, it could be a respelling of Jory, a Cornish name meaning 'day' or 'farmer', or a variant of Juri, a German short form of Georg (George). Given its recent appearance and multiple possible roots, its exact derivation remains uncertain.
Where Jouri is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jouri” around the world
Where Jouri lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, J
Sibling names for Jouri
Names that share Jouri's style, for a brother or sister.
