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Suki

スキSOO-kee · Beloved or loved one.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,100
Babies named in 2025
52
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 30,909 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1995

Rising since 1995, #3,100 for girls today.

Popularity of Suki since 1956

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

1735521960198020002020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s5
1960s0
1970s10
1980s6
1990s15
2000s161
2010s164
2020s185

Meaning & origin

The name Suki, of Japanese origin meaning 'beloved', first appeared in U.S. records in 1956 but remained rare for decades. In 2025, it ranked 3100th nationally, with approximately 1 in 30,909 newborn girls receiving the name. Its popularity has been rising steadily since 1995, and it reached a peak rank in 2025. The name sees notable use in California and Texas, reflecting its appeal in diverse, multicultural states. Suki's sound is short and sweet, fitting contemporary trends favoring two-syllable, vowel-ending names. While still uncommon, its upward trajectory suggests growing awareness, possibly as a fresh alternative to more established Japanese names like Yuki or Mika.

Suki is a Japanese name derived from the word 'suki' (好き), meaning 'liked' or 'beloved'. It has been used as a given name since the mid-20th century, gaining some popularity in English-speaking countries as a nickname or standalone name with a modern, affectionate feel.

Where Suki is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Sibling names for Suki

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

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

S is for Suki, our favorite little girl.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Suki mean?
Suki means 'beloved' or 'loved one' in Japanese.
How popular is the name Suki?
Suki ranked 3100th in the U.S. in 2025, given to about 1 in 30,909 newborns that year.
Is Suki a boy or girl name?
Suki is primarily used for girls, though it can be unisex.