Sari

The surname Sari is of Finnish origin and is derived from the Finnish word, sari, meaning 'ride'. In Finland, the name is often associated with the concept of travelling or a journey.

The name Sari is not commonly found in the British Isles. However, due to the multicultural nature of British society and the presence of Finnish immigrants and their descendants in the country, the surname Sari can be found in some British records and genealogical databases.

As with many surnames of foreign origin, Sari may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation over time. Individuals bearing the surname Sari could have anglicised versions of the name, reflecting the phonetic differences between Finnish and English.

While the Sari surname may not be as prevalent in Britain as in Finland, its presence in the UK contributes to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.


Considering the limited information available on the British surname Sari, the entry provides a brief overview of its Finnish origins and mentions its presence in the UK due to Finland's historical connections.

There are approximately 302 people named Sari in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Sari.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ali
  • Errol
  • Hasan
  • Ismail
  • Jason
  • Mehmet
  • Mustafa
  • Osman
  • Peter
  • Soner

Female

  • Ayla
  • Canan
  • Dora
  • Emma
  • Michelle
  • Nazli
  • Rebecca
  • Susan
  • Wendy
  • Yamina

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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