Zhi
boy nameZhi entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #4121 in 2001, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#4121
peak (2001)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7270 |
| 1990s | #7731 |
| 2000s | #7910 |
| 2010s | #10512 |
| 2020s | #10938 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Zhi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zhi alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zhi in 2025?
- Zhi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Zhi most popular?
- Zhi peaked in 2001, reaching #4121 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zhi with classmates?
- Zhi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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