Declining since 1997, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Kazuki since 1987
Babies named Kazuki per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 133 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 91 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Kazuki first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1987 and saw its peak popularity in 1998, when it ranked highest among American parents. Since 1997, its usage has been on a steady decline, reflecting a broader pattern where Japanese names with specific kanji meanings fluctuate in cross-cultural appeal. In 2025, the name's frequency was approximately 1 in 341,615 boys, placing it well outside the top 10,000. The name's trajectory shows it as a niche but meaningful choice, with no concentration in any particular state. Its peaceful, nature-grounded etymology continues to attract families with Japanese heritage or an appreciation for Japanese culture.
Kazuki is a Japanese masculine name formed from elements such as 和 (kazu) meaning 'peace, harmony' and 木 (ki) meaning 'tree, wood', or from 一 (kazu) meaning 'one' combined with 輝 (ki) meaning 'radiance' or 記 (ki) meaning 'record'. The name has been used in Japan since the mid-20th century, following the trend of combining auspicious kanji characters. It entered U.S. records in 1987, reflecting Japanese diaspora naming practices.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kazu, Ki-chan
Sibling names for Kazuki
Names that share Kazuki's style, for a brother or sister.
