NameChart

Ki

Unisex

Ki has been given to 535 babies in the U.S. since 1946. It peaked in 2005.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

535

Peak year

2005 (23 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1946

10-year trend

▼ -100%

Gender split

20% girls / 80% boys

Spellings & variants

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

Names with a similar vibe

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

FAQ

How popular is the name Ki?

Ki has been given to 535 babies in the U.S. since 1946. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Ki peak?

Ki peaked in 2005, when 23 babies were given the name.

Is Ki a girl or boy name?

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

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