Holding steady.
Popularity of Aoki since 2005
Babies named Aoki per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Aoki is a Japanese name that entered the U.S. baby name landscape quietly in 2005. Though it has never cracked the top 1000, it saw a modest peak in 2008, the same year it recorded its highest usage. Since then, its trajectory has been stable, appealing to parents seeking a short, melodic name with a clear nature-inspired meaning. As a Japanese compound of 'blue' (or 'green') and 'tree,' it fits alongside other imported nature names like Suki and Ren. Without any top state concentration, Aoki remains a niche choice, favored by families with cultural ties to Japan or an appreciation for Japanese aesthetics.
Aoki is a Japanese name composed of the elements ao (青, blue or green) and ki (木, tree). In Japanese, it can be a surname or a given name, though it is more common as a surname. As a given name, it has seen limited but consistent use in the United States since the mid-2000s, influenced by Japanese naming trends and cultural exposure.
Sibling names for Aoki
Names that share Aoki's style, for a brother or sister.
