Chi
chee
US Popularity:5888
Origin:Vietnamese
Meaning:Branch, limb, leg; Guardian spirit, spark of divinity
Chi is a gender-neutral name that has roots in Vietnamese and Chinese as well as Nigerian. A strong presence in Igbo culture and faith, Chi is more than a name—it refers to your guardian spirit or a spark of divine energy, a flame of life that exists in every living creature. Many Igbo names begin with the element chi, but Chi by itself certainly stands out. Chi is also a Vietnamese name with Chinese roots and translates to “leg,” “limb,” or “branch.” As another soul joins your family, another branch grows on your tree, making Chi a warm and welcoming name for your new arrival.
How Popular Is The Name Chi?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Chi is currently #2219 on The Bump
Boy:Chi is currently #1253 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Chi is currently #1537 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Chi is currently #5888 in U.S. births
Boy:Chi is currently #5959 in U.S. births
Girl:Chi is currently #4370 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#4370
in 2023
+ 1441
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Chi (1), November 2020
Behind the Name, Chi (2), April 2024
AfricaBib, The Chi Concept in Igbo Religious Thought
Vietnamese-English Dictionary, chi
Quehong .org, chi
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