Holding steady.
Popularity of Daichi since 1990
Babies named Daichi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 71 |
| 2000s | 88 |
| 2010s | 67 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Daichi is a Japanese masculine given name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1990. It reached its peak popularity in the United States in 2009, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name's usage has remained stable over the decades, reflecting a consistent but niche presence among Japanese-American families and those seeking distinctive names. As the trajactory indicates a stable trend, Daichi has not experienced dramatic surges or declines. Though the top states for Daichi are not recorded due to its low frequency, it is most likely used in states with larger Japanese-American populations. Its multiple kanji interpretations give it cultural depth, making it a meaningful choice without being widely common.
Daichi is a Japanese masculine given name written with various kanji combinations, most commonly 大智 (great + wisdom), 大地 (great + earth), or 大知 (great + knowledge). The name gained modern usage in Japan from the late 20th century onward, reflecting a trend toward meaningful, aspirational names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dai, Chi-chan
Sibling names for Daichi
Names that share Daichi's style, for a brother or sister.
