Kapri

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Pronounced kə-PREE /kəˈpri/Medium

Meaning: K-spelling of Capri — the Italian island (possibly from Latin capra, 'goat', or Greek kapros, 'wild boar'); a modern place-name; here for boysLow

In 30 seconds: Sun-drenched and modern: Kapri spells Capri — the glamorous Italian island — with a K. Breezy, stylish, and distinctive.

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Origin LowItalian, American

MeaningK-spelling of Capri — the Italian island (possibly from Latin capra, 'goat', or Greek kapros, 'wild boar'); a modern place-name; here for boys

U.S. rank (2025)#4794 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 160

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kapri is a K-spelling of Capri — the glamorous island off Naples (its name possibly from Latin capra, 'goat', or Greek kapros, 'wild boar'; the etymology is debated, which we note). A breezy, modern place-name, used for both sexes, here for boys.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-isle-of-Capri at the root, and stylish.

Did you know? Capri, the glamorous Italian island, may take its name from Latin capra ('goat') or Greek kapros ('wild boar') — Kapri gives the chic place-name a K-spelling.

Overall data confidence 50%

Place-name references — Capri — etymology debated

Variations

CapriKapriceKapree

Nicknames

Kap

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If you like Kapri…

Capri— the standard spelling

Kairo— a fellow place-derived name

Cyrus— a companion K-/C- name

Dakari— another modern coinage

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kapri mean?

Kapri spells Capri, the Italian island (etymology debated, possibly 'goat' or 'wild boar').

How do you pronounce Kapri?

It's said kə-PREE /kəˈpri/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kapri a boy or girl name?

Kapri is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Kapri?

Kapri is a rare name in the U.S.