Mori
m(o)-ri
US Popularity:16944
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Japanese
Meaning:Teacher; Myrrh
Mori is a gender-neutral name with various origins and meanings. In Hebrew, this name means “teacher” or "myrrh" and can be considered a diminutive of the names Moriah and Mor. Mori is often used in the Yemenite Jewish faith as an alternative term for a Rabbi. The moniker also has Japanese origins and means “forest.” With these two diverse definitions, your child is sure to feel the love all around—from the heavens and on the Earth, but most especially from you!
How Popular Is The Name Mori?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Mori is currently #4100 on The Bump
Boy:Mori is currently #2295 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Mori is currently #16944 in U.S. births
Boy:Mori is currently #8100 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#8100
in 2024
+ 2300
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Mori, August 2017
Abarim Publications, Moriah meaning, January 2025
WordSense Dictionary, もり (Japanese)
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