Chi

Unisex

Chi has been given to 1,326 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 1982.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,326

Peak year

1982 (48 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1970

10-year trend

▲ +160%

Gender split

58% girls / 42% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Chi — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Chipboy

3,493 babies since 1942

Cheboy

2,469 babies since 1968

Caiunisex

1,945 babies since 1989

Nhigirl

1,071 babies since 1979

Chaiunisex

647 babies since 1977

Phiboy

519 babies since 1976

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Chi.

Marikogirl

1,326 babies since 1916

Shennagirl

1,328 babies since 1948

Korinnegirl

1,328 babies since 1953

Rachalgirl

1,323 babies since 1925

Raisagirl

1,322 babies since 1962

Twannagirl

1,333 babies since 1948

Sharhondagirl

1,333 babies since 1965

Shalongirl

1,316 babies since 1961

FAQ

How popular is the name Chi?

Chi has been given to 1,326 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Chi peak?

Chi peaked in 1982, when 48 babies were given the name.

Is Chi a girl or boy name?

Chi is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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