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Xochi

SO-chee · Of Nahuatl origin, it means 'flower'.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,099
Babies named in 2025
25
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 64,291 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2010

Rising since 2010, #5,099 for girls today.

Popularity of Xochi since 2008

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

8172520102020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s5
2010s51
2020s93

Meaning & origin

Xochi is a rare feminine name of Nahuatl origin, meaning 'flower'. It first appeared in US records in 2008, ranking 5099 in 2025. The name's rarity is underscored by its 1-in-64291 birth rate. Its peak year is 2025, reflecting a steady upward trajectory since 2010. The name is most common in California and Texas, reflecting its heritage.

Xochi is a shortened form of names like Xochitl, derived from the Nahuatl word 'xōchitl' meaning 'flower'. It gained rare use in the United States beginning in 2008, primarily in states with Hispanic populations such as California and Texas.

Where Xochi is most popular

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

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Xochitl, Soche

Sibling names for Xochi

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Xochi mean?
Xochi means 'flower' in Nahuatl.
How popular is Xochi currently?
As of 2025, Xochi ranks 5099 in the US, with about 1 in 64291 newborns given the name.
Is Xochi a boy or girl name?
Xochi is almost exclusively used for girls.