Kaori is a Japanese given name, derived from the characters "香" (ka) meaning 'fragrance' and "生" (oi) meaning 'life'. It is predominantly used for females, but can also be masculine in certain contexts. The name has gained international popularity due to its use by notable figures such as Kaori Nemoto, a Japanese singer-songwriter, and Kaori Yumehara, the main character in the popular manga and anime series "Your Lie in April".
The name Kaori had a peak of popularity between 2005 and 2009 with 7, 8, 9 births respectively during those years. However, it has remained relatively consistent over time with an average of around 6 births per year since 2011.