Declining since 1997, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Kamri since 1988
Babies named Kamri per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1996, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Kamri's real moment was 2019.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 316 |
| 2000s | 411 |
| 2010s | 363 |
| 2020s | 205 |
Meaning & origin
Kamri is a modern invented name that first entered U.S. records in 1988, reflecting a trend toward creative, sound-based coinages. It has never been a common choice, ranking 5,238 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 66,969 girls receiving the name that year. The name saw its highest usage in 2019, but its popularity has been declining since 1997, indicating a narrowing window of appeal. Despite its rarity, Kamri fits stylistically with other contemporary names like Kylie and Mackenzie. Because it has no deep historical or linguistic roots, Kamri appeals to parents seeking a fresh, distinctive name without traditional baggage.
Kamri first appeared in U.S. records in 1988 and is most likely a modern coinage, possibly formed by blending popular sounds or elements from names like Kameron or Kamryn. It has no known meaning in any language, and its usage has been sporadic, with a peak in 2019.
Sibling names for Kamri
Names that share Kamri's style, for a brother or sister.
