Shi
girl nameShi entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #5161 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#5161
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7776 |
| 1980s | #9096 |
| 1990s | #7973 |
| 2000s | #9652 |
| 2010s | #12353 |
| 2020s | #14340 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Shi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shi alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shi in 2025?
- Shi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shi most popular?
- Shi peaked in 1975, reaching #5161 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shi with classmates?
- Shi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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