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Coi

KOY · Of uncertain meaning; possibly a modern invented name or a variant of the Vietnamese name Coi meaning "bamboo basket" or a short form of names like Colette.

2025 rank (girls)
#6,325
Babies named in 2025
18
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 89,293 girls
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 2018

Rising since 2018, #6,325 for girls today.

Popularity of Coi since 1996

Babies named Coi per year in U.S. Social Security records.

81523200020102020Most births 2023GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1990s55
2000s512
2010s512
2020s10543

Meaning & origin

Coi is a modern, unisex name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security name records in 1999. As of 2025, it ranks 6,325th with a 1-in-89,293 frequency, reflecting its rarity. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2018, reaching its peak year of popularity in 2023. With no recorded top states or famous historical bearers, Coi is a fresh, contemporary choice that appeals to parents seeking a short, phonetically distinctive name. Its exact origins are unclear, which adds to its open-ended, modern appeal.

Coi is a modern given name that emerged in the United States around the late 1990s. Its exact derivation is unclear; it may be a respelling or shortening of names like Colette or a phonetic invention inspired by the sound "koy." It has no well-documented historical use prior to 1999.

Sibling names for Coi

Names that share Coi's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Nova, Zara, Mila, Luna, Eden

Brothers: Jax, Milo, Kai, Finn, Theo

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Coi mean?
The meaning of Coi is uncertain. It may be a modern invention or a variant of other names; no definitive meaning has been established.
How popular is the name Coi?
As of 2025, Coi ranked 6,325th in the United States, with approximately 1 in 89,293 newborns given the name. Its popularity has been rising since 2018, reaching its peak in 2023.
Is Coi a boy's or girl's name?
Coi is considered unisex, though it is more often used for girls in recent data.