US Popularity:9366
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 #9366 in U.S. births
Boy:Yi is currently #6435 in U.S. births
Girl:Yi is currently #10084 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
Gender:
Girl
#10084
in 2025
+ 1994
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data
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