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Koki

KOH-kee · Of uncertain origin, possibly a Japanese name meaning 'light' or 'radiance' depending on the kanji used, or a modern coinage from other cultures.

Peak popularity
2019
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2018

Declining since 2018.

Popularity of Koki since 1994

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

4913200020102020Most births 2019Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s29
2000s54
2010s68
2020s25

Meaning & origin

Koki is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1994, but it has never broken into the top 1000. Its peak year came in 2019, suggesting a small uptick in interest, though usage has been declining since 2018. The name's origin is likely Japanese, with diverse kanji possibilities lending it meanings related to light or radiance, but it may also be a modern coinage. Because of its low frequency, there are no top states associated with Koki, and it remains an uncommon choice.

Koki is a name of uncertain derivation. In Japanese, it can be written with various kanji combinations, such as 光希 (light + hope) or 晃輝 (bright + radiance), giving meanings related to light or shine. It emerged on U.S. popularity charts in 1994, likely influenced by Japanese cultural exports. The name is primarily used for boys, though it may be gender-neutral in Japan depending on kanji.

Sibling names for Koki

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

Sisters: Miki, Suki, Yuki, Hana, Kai

Brothers: Kaito, Ryo, Taro, Haru, Sho

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Koki mean?
The meaning is uncertain but likely derived from Japanese kanji such as 光 (light) and 希 (hope), giving a combined sense of 'light and hope' or 'radiance.' However, meanings vary widely with different character combinations.
How popular is Koki?
Koki has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 names. It first appeared in 1994 and has seen occasional use, with its peak year in 2019. Its current one-in-N incidence is not available.
Is Koki a boy's name or a girl's name?
Koki is predominantly used for boys in the United States based on Social Security data, though in Japan it can be unisex depending on kanji.