Canary bird; shrub
In Japanese, it is often associated with the canary bird, symbolizing a sweet voice or song. It can also refer to various flowering shrubs depending on the kanji used. In some contexts, it is considered a modern, nature-inspired coinage.
Less common today
Kanari isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,448 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the manga series · Medaka Box
