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Airi

/ AH-ee-ree /
Girl Japanese 3 syllables
Meaning
Airi means Love; jasmine (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
AH-ee-ree
Popularity
#3978 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Airi in the US, 1880–2025
20002020

Airi first appears in US records in 1993. It peaked in 2025, when 36 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 36.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Airi popular?

Near its peak Airi is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

US babies given the name Airi, by decade
2020s 153
2010s 168
2000s 61
1990s 19

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Airi mean?

Airi commonly pairs the kanji for “love” with “pear blossom” or “jasmine.”

Names like Airi

Japanese names with a similar feel and popularity.

Names that pair well with Airi

Popular Japanese names for a sibling or a middle name.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Airi mean?

Airi means Love; jasmine. Airi commonly pairs the kanji for “love” with “pear blossom” or “jasmine.”

What is the origin of the name Airi?

Airi is of Japanese origin.

How do you pronounce Airi?

Airi is pronounced “AH-ee-ree.”

Is Airi a boy or a girl name?

Airi is most commonly used as a girl name.

Is Airi a popular name right now?

Airi is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

How popular is the name Airi?

In 2025, Airi ranked #3978 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Airi most popular?

Airi was most popular in 2025, when about 36 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Airi?

Names similar to Airi include Yui, Hina, Rin, Yuki, Himari.

What names go well with Airi?

Japanese names that pair well with Airi include Hana, Akira, Kenji, Emi, Ren.