Nari나리
/NA-ree/
Nari is a Native Korean girl's name pronounced /NA-ree/. A beautiful and delicate name representing the lily flower.
Meaning of Nari
A beautiful and delicate name representing the lily flower.
Nari is a native Korean name meaning 'lily,' derived from the pure Korean word for the flower (Baekhap). Unlike many Korean names based on Hanja (Chinese characters), it belongs to the 'Sun-uri' category of names that use indigenous vocabulary to symbolize grace and natural beauty.
- Origin
- Native Korean
- Pronunciation
- /NA-ree/
Cultural background
It is a popular feminine name in South Korea, often chosen for its soft phonetic sound and botanical imagery. While most common as a standalone name, it is also frequently used as a component in longer names like Bitnari.
Variations & nicknames
- Na-ri
- Naree
- Nahri
- Bitnari
Famous people named Nari
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Na Ri
Miss Korea 2008 and television personality.
Entertainment · 2000s-present
Kim Nari
Professional South Korean tennis player.
Sport · 2000s-present
Pyo Nari
Lead protagonist of the popular drama 'Don't Dare to Dream'.
Film · 2016
Frequently asked about Nari
- What does Nari mean?
- Nari is a native Korean word that translates to 'Lily' in English, symbolizing beauty and purity.
- How do you pronounce Nari?
- It is pronounced 'Nah-ree', with a short 'a' sound as in 'father' and a long 'ee' sound as in 'see'.
- Is Nari a boy or girl name?
- Nari is almost exclusively used as a feminine name in Korea due to its floral meaning and soft sound.
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