Shi
boy nameShi entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #5928 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#5928
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 1990s | #6954 |
| 2000s | #9957 |
| 2010s | #9967 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shi are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shi alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 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 boy names.
- When was the name Shi most popular?
- Shi peaked in 1995, reaching #5928 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shi with classmates?
- Shi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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