Bahri

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Name
Bahri
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

Bahri (بحري) is a masculine first name that has its origin in Arabic. It is literally translated as 'belonging to the sea' or 'the maritime'.

What does the name Bahri mean?

The name Bahri (بحري) originates from Arabic and literally means 'belonging to the sea' or 'the maritime'. Its roots lie in the Arabic term bahr (بحر), which means 'lake', 'sea', or 'ocean'. There are also feminine variants such as Bahriye, Bahriyya, and Bahrija. Additionally, Bahri is also used as a surname.

Where does the name Bahri come from?

Bahri is a masculine first name of Arabic origin, which carries the meaning 'belonging to the sea'. The Arabic root word bahr (بحر) means 'lake', 'sea', or 'ocean'. The name can be found in both Arabic and Turkish languages.

How do you pronounce Bahri?

The pronunciation of Bahri is soft and melodic. In German, the name is typically pronounced as 'Bah-ri' [ˈbaː.ʁi]. The first syllable is open and elongated, while the bright ending of '-ri' gives the name a swinging note. Overall, Bahri conveys a harmonious and calm impression, sounding soft and melodious, radiating a friendly, balanced presence.

Popularity

In Germany, Bahri is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th in the list of most commonly given male first names. Its best placement was in 2007 when it reached 1,124th place. In the last ten years, Bahri has been given as a first name about 60 times, securing it the 3,103rd place in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,273rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Barfi / Pari

Famous people

  • Bahri Altintabak (footballer)
  • Bahri Kavaja (Albanian football player)
  • Bahri Kaya (footballer)

Frequently asked questions about the name Bahri

Where does the name Bahri come from?

Bahri is a masculine first name of Arabic origin and is found in both Arabic and Turkish languages.

What does the name Bahri mean?

The name Bahri literally means 'belonging to the sea' and is derived from the Arabic word bahr, which means 'lake', 'sea', or 'ocean'.

How popular is the name Bahri?

The name Bahri is known in certain regions, especially in Arabic-speaking countries and among Turkish-speaking communities, but it is not widely spread.

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