Priest
Kouri is a rare surname-turned-first name with multiple potential roots. In a Japanese context, it can relate to 'ice' or 'official district,' while as a transliteration of the Arabic surname Khoury, it means 'priest.' In the United States, it is often chosen for its unique sound and similarity to names like Corey or Kaia.
About 6 girls were named Kouri in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
