Rising since 2019, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Seri since 1949
Babies named Seri per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Seri's real moment was 2022.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 22 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Seri is a rare and modern name in the United States, first recorded in 1949. As of 2025, it ranked 14942 with approximately 1 in 321453 newborns given the name, reflecting its uncommon status. Its popularity has been rising since 2019, reaching a peak in 2022. The name has no strong ties to any particular culture or language, and its meaning remains uncertain, often considered a variant of Sari or a modern coinage. It has not been recorded in any top states, further highlighting its rarity. Seri offers a simple, melodic sound that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive but accessible name.
The name Seri appears to be a modern coinage or a variant of other short names like Sari or Seri. It has no clear ancient derivation and is not tied to a specific linguistic tradition. Its use in the United States has been recorded since 1949, but it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Seri
Names that share Seri's style, for a brother or sister.
