Village of apricot or pure village
Kyori is a Japanese name typically formed from kanji characters such as 'kyo' meaning village or apricot, and 'ri' meaning village, logic, or jasmine. The specific meaning can shift based on the kanji used by the parents. It is a rare choice in the United States, offering a distinctive sound while remaining easy to pronounce.
Less common today
Kyori isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,118 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
