Xi

An uncommon Chinese pick — distinctive and rare.

Girl's name| Also boysChineseRising fast Also a pet name
#12058 5421in 2024

Meaning & Origin

A river in China, the western tributary of the Pearl.

Xi is a boy's and girl's baby name of Chinese origin, from the character 希 ('hope'), 喜 ('happiness'), or other characters depending on the family's choice. Xi is also the 14th letter of the Greek alphabet. In Chinese names, the character selection carries the full meaning — Xi alone can represent hope, joy, or countless other aspirations.

Xi is a name of remarkable minimalism — one letter, one syllable, and yet carrying potentially enormous meaning in the Chinese tradition where a single character can encompass a world of aspiration.

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Popularity Over Time

Xi has 8+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2014.

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Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Xi
DecadeBirthsTrend
2020s20
2010s27

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(8 years, 20142024)
Year-by-year popularity data for the name Xi
YearBirthsRank
20248#12058
20235#17479
20227#13497
20196#15448
20185#18001
20175#18312
20165#18728
20146#16415

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Xi as a Boy's Name

Xi is a true unisex name. As a boy's name, it has 44 recorded births since 2017.

#10835
Current rank
44
Total births
2019
Peak year
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Frequently Asked

Can Xi be used for both boys and girls?
Yes, Xi is used for both boys and girls. As a girl's name, it currently ranks #12058. As a boy's name, it ranks #10835.

Xi has two lives

Xi, the baby name
#12058girls
47 babies
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Xi, the pet name
#11959pet name
5 pets
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (20142024) · Methodology