Kadri

Kadri is a first name that is used as both an Arabic boy's name and an Estonian girl's name. The male name Kadri comes from the Arabic term qadr (قَدْر), which means 'worth, quantity, size, power, wealth'. This gives it the meanings 'the Valuable' or 'the Powerful'.

What does the name Kadri mean?

Kadri is not only an Arabic boy's name but also an Estonian short form of the girl's name Katharina. In its male form, Kadri refers to the Arabic term qadr (قَدْر) and means 'the Valuable' or 'the Powerful'. The female name Kadri is thought to derive from the Ancient Greek katharós, meaning 'pure, clean, unblemished', although this interpretation is debated. Kadri is especially prevalent in Turkey as well as in Albania and Kosovo, while the female form is primarily found in Estonia. Variants of the name include Kadir and Qadir, while the female counterpart in Arabic is Kadriye. Notable people with this name include Turkish actor and director Kadri Ögelman (1906–1986) and Estonian musician Kadri Voorand.

Where does the name Kadri come from?

The name Kadri has both male and female forms and is of Ancient Greek and Arabic origin. The meanings include 'the Pure' and 'the Valuable'. The Arabic term qadr (قَدْر) represents values such as 'worth, quantity, size, power, wealth', while the Ancient Greek root katharós (καθαρός) means 'pure, clean, unblemished, clear'. The name is used in various languages, including Albanian, Arabic, Estonian, Kosovar, Kurdish, Muslim, and Turkish.

How do you pronounce Kadri?

The pronunciation of Kadri is soft and flowing, consisting of two syllables, pronounced as 'Ka-dri' [ˈkadri]. The first part 'Ka' sounds open and friendly, while 'dri' concludes melodically. The name conveys a harmonious overall impression and feels friendly, approachable, and pleasant. Kadri radiates both gentleness and clarity as well as confidence and a hint of exoticism, making it melodious and likable.

When is the name day of Kadri?

As the Estonian variant of Katharina, Kadri is celebrated on several days, including March 24, April 17, April 29, September 15, November 25, and December 31.

Popularity

In Germany, Kadri is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,183rd on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best placement was in 2011, when it reached 1,201st place. Over the last ten years, Kadri has been given as a first name about 90 times, placing it 2,550th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,605th.

Nicknames & pet names

Kado

Famous people

• Eyüp Kadri Ataoglu (footballer)
• Kadri Aytac (footballer from Turkey)
• Kadri Gjata (writer from America)
• Kadri Göktulga (football player)
• Kadri Gopalnath (Indian saxophonist)
• Kadri Kordel (boxer from Turkey)
• Kadri Kousaar (Estonian writer)
• Kadri Lehtla (Estonian biathlete)
• Kadri Malk (Estonian artist)
• Kadri Ögelman (actor)
• Kadri Roshi (Albanian actor)
• Kadri von Pergamon (linguist)
• Yakup Kadri Karaosmanoglu (writer)