Kari Holsinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kari Holsinger — Greek
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kari Holsinger is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Kari is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Kari is a unisex given name and surname. Given name In Finland, Kari is a male name, which was particularly popular in the 1940s and 1950s. The name is derived from the Greek Makarios (or Macarius). In Norway, Kari is a female name. The name is diminutive of Katherine, meaning "pure". The corresponding Swedish and German name is Karin. In Iceland and Faroe Islands, Kári is a male name, based on a Scandinavian god of wind of the same name. The corresponding Norwegian male name is Kåre. The surname Holsinger: David Holsinger (born 1945), American composer and conductor Henry R. Holsinger (1833–1905), American pastor, publisher and leader of The Brethren Church James W. Holsinger (born 1939), American physician and retired major general of the U.S. Army nominated to be Surgeon General of the United States Rufus W. Holsinger (1866–1930), American photographer Kari is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 56K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kari reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kari

Greek

Kari is a unisex given name and surname. Given name In Finland, Kari is a male name, which was particularly popular in the 1940s and 1950s. The name is derived from the Greek Makarios (or Macarius). In Norway, Kari is a female name. The name is diminutive of Katherine, meaning "pure". The corresponding Swedish and German name is Karin. In Iceland and Faroe Islands, Kári is a male name, based on a Scandinavian god of wind of the same name. The corresponding Norwegian male name is Kåre.

Surname: Holsinger

English

David Holsinger (born 1945), American composer and conductor Henry R. Holsinger (1833–1905), American pastor, publisher and leader of The Brethren Church James W. Holsinger (born 1939), American physician and retired major general of the U.S. Army nominated to be Surgeon General of the United States Rufus W. Holsinger (1866–1930), American photographer

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kari is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Kari by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Kari Holsinger:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Kari?
The first name Kari originates from Greek. Kari is a unisex given name and surname. Given name In Finland, Kari is a male name, which was particularly popular in the 1940s and 1950s. The name is derived from the Greek Makarios (or Macarius). In Norway, Kari is a female name. The name is diminutive of Katherine, meaning "pure". The corresponding Swedish and German name is Karin. In Iceland and Faroe Islands, Kári is a male name, based on a Scandinavian god of wind of the same name. The corresponding Norwegian male name is Kåre.
When was Kari most popular?
The name Kari reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Holsinger?
The surname Holsinger originates from English. David Holsinger (born 1945), American composer and conductor Henry R. Holsinger (1833–1905), American pastor, publisher and leader of The Brethren Church James W. Holsinger (born 1939), American physician and retired major general of the U.S. Army nominated to be Surgeon General of the United States Rufus W. Holsinger (1866–1930), American photographer
What are the origins of the name Kari Holsinger?
The name Kari Holsinger combines two different traditions: the first name Kari has Greek roots, while the surname Holsinger originates from English.
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