Kamori is a Japanese given name of both feminine and masculine usage. The name originates from the Japanese word "kamo", which means "duck". It also has a significant historical context, as Kamori was a prominent samurai family during the Sengoku period in Japan.
The Kamori were known for their military prowess and political influence, with several members of the family serving as daimyos, or territorial lords, throughout various regions of Japan. The most famous member of the Kamori clan was probably Kamori Katsunaga, who served under Toyotomi Hideyoshi during the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600.
Today, the name Kamori continues to be used as a given name in Japan and beyond, carrying with it the historical legacy of its namesake clan. While it is not among the most popular names in Japan, it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their child.
The name Kamori has seen a steady increase in popularity over the past two decades in the United States. According to the data provided, there were only 9 births with the name Kamori in 2003. However, this number began to rise significantly starting from 2007, reaching a peak of 38 births in 2008.
The years 2009 and 2010 saw a slight decrease, with 37 and 27 births respectively. But the popularity of Kamori continued to grow steadily thereafter, with consistent increases every year until 2015 when there were 24 births. The following year, 2016, saw an even greater increase with 27 births.
The years between 2017 and 2023 have shown a steady growth in the number of babies named Kamori, with totals ranging from 28 to 31 births per year. The most recent data for 2023 indicates that there were 29 births with this name.
In total, over the period from 2003 to 2023, there have been 480 births of children named Kamori in the United States. This steady growth suggests that Kamori is becoming an increasingly popular choice for parents when naming their newborns.