Rising since 2022, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Nhi since 1979
Babies named Nhi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 159 |
| 1990s | 360 |
| 2000s | 299 |
| 2010s | 188 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Nhi is a distinctive, rarely used name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979. Its peak in popularity occurred in 1999, but it remains uncommon, ranking 7,491th in 2023. The name has shown a rising trajectory since 2022, suggesting a slow but steady increase in interest, though it still falls outside the top 1,000. No specific states show a notable concentration of the name Nhi, indicating its use is scattered across the country. Its brevity and soft sound appeal to parents seeking a simple, cross-cultural name, but its etymology remains unconfirmed in standard reference works.
Nhi is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a Vietnamese name, possibly related to the word 'nhị' meaning 'two' or 'second', but this connection is not well-established. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since 1979, likely among families of Vietnamese heritage or those drawn to its short, melodic sound. Its modern usage lacks a deep historical record in Western sources.
Sibling names for Nhi
Names that share Nhi's style, for a brother or sister.
