Mori

Mori is a gender-neutral first name that can be used for both girls and boys and has various origins. In Hebrew, the name carries the meaning 'my teacher' or, in a broader sense, 'God is my teacher'.

What does the name Mori mean?

The name Mori has multiple origins and meanings. In Hebrew, it means 'my teacher', derived from the expression mori (מורי). In the Kurdish language, the spelling Morî is used and means 'the pearl'. In Japanese, however, the name has the meanings 'the forest' or 'the harpoon'. Additionally, in Latin, the infinitive 'mori' means 'to die'.

Where does the name Mori come from?

The origin of the name Mori is diverse, ranging from Hebrew roots meaning 'my teacher' to the Kurdish meaning 'pearl', and extending to the Japanese terms for 'forest' and 'harpoon'. The Hebrew

How do you pronounce Mori?

Mori is pronounced like 'Mori', with a short 'o' and emphasis on the first syllable.

Popularity

In Germany, Mori is a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th on the list of the most common female baby names. Over the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Mori is ranked 11,574th. The global popularity and frequency of Mori is reflected in its rankings in various countries.

Famous people

• Mori (character in the anime 'Blue Period')
• Ogai Mori (character from the anime 'Bungo stray Dogs')