Chidi
boy nameChidi entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #3692 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#3692
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4895 |
| 1990s | #5841 |
| 2000s | #8102 |
| 2010s | #10181 |
| 2020s | #11725 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Chidi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chidi alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chidi in 2025?
- Chidi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chidi most popular?
- Chidi peaked in 1982, reaching #3692 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chidi with classmates?
- Chidi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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