Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Zhi since 1988
Babies named Zhi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 | 20 |
| 2000s | 17 | 93 |
| 2010s | 0 | 52 |
| 2020s | 0 | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Zhi is a name derived from Chinese origin, first recorded in U.S. data in 1988. Since then, it has never broken into the top 1000, but it reached a peak in usage in 2001. Notably, Zhi has been on a rising trajectory since 2022, indicating a resurgence of interest. The name is predominantly used for boys, and its short, distinctive sound aligns with modern baby-naming trends. Because Zhi is a romanization of multiple Chinese characters, its meaning can vary, but common associations include 'will' and 'wisdom.' Its highest popularity occurred in the 2000s, and while it has not been associated with any specific U.S. states, it represents a growing category of globally inspired names.
Zhi is a transliteration of multiple Chinese characters, most commonly 志 (zhì, 'will, aspiration') or 智 (zhì, 'wisdom, intelligence'). It was first recorded in U.S. data in 1988 and has been used primarily as a masculine name. The name's recent rise in popularity since 2022 may reflect broader interest in short, cross-cultural names.
Sibling names for Zhi
Names that share Zhi's style, for a brother or sister.
