Koffi
A boy's name of African origin with 20 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Koffi is a two-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 20 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Koffi is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Koffi is a West African masculine name from the Akan people of Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire, where it is the day name for boys born on a Friday. In the Akan system, children are traditionally given names based on the day of the week they are born. Kofi Annan, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations, is the most internationally recognized bearer of this name.
Koffi carries not just a day-name tradition but a legacy of global leadership through Kofi Annan. It's a name with genuine cultural depth and an inspiring historical figure behind it.
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Koffi is cataloged under the African naming tradition. African naming traditions are extraordinarily diverse, often tying a child’s name to circumstances of birth, family aspirations, or spiritual significance.
In the U.S., Koffi has been recorded as a boy's name since 2004, with 20 total births. Browse the African names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Koffi has 4+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2004.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 15 | #13281 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 5 | #12399 | — |
The Story of Koffi
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2004, Koffi is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Koffi are most likely born between 2004 and 2014.
How rare is Koffi?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Koffi is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2004, peaked in the 2010s with 15 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(4 years, 2004–2019)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | #13227 |
| 2018 | 5 | #13273 |
| 2012 | 5 | #13343 |
| 2004 | 5 | #12399 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2004–2019