Chi
boy name#8243 in 2025Chi entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #2208 in 1983, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
#8243
rank today
#2208
peak (1983)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3447 |
| 1980s | #3079 |
| 1990s | #5438 |
| 2000s | #8480 |
| 2010s | #9699 |
| 2020s | #6631 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Chi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chi alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chi in 2025?
- Chi ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Chi most popular?
- Chi peaked in 1983, reaching #2208 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chi with classmates?
- Chi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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