US Popularity:9627
Origin:Chinese
Meaning:Joy, harmony; Justice, Benefit; Resolute; Plum; Amiable
Yi is a girl’s name of Chinese origin. In Mandarin, this name has multiple meanings with multiple spellings. Most commonly, the word means “joy” or “harmony,” while the word yì ties neatly with the translation of “justice.” This Mandarin name can also mean “benefit,” “resolute,” “plum,” “amiable,” and more! Although a popular last name throughout Korea and mainland China, Yi is a sure up-and-comer for cute little baby. If parents could will baby’s future by virtue of their name’s etymology, then Yi would be the unanimous choice.

How Popular Is The Name Yi?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Yi is currently #2906 on The Bump
Boy:Yi is currently #1631 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Yi is currently #1970 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Yi is currently #9627 in U.S. births
Boy:Yi is currently #7247 in U.S. births
Girl:Yi is currently #9549 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#9549
in 2023
+ 1638
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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