Buck vs Koi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Buck

Boy #2,489 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"male deer, strong young man"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,489
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

23 High Risk

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Koi

Boy #2,684 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"love, romantic feeling"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Hawaiian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,684
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Buck Rank #2,489
Koi Rank #2,684

Buck is more popular, ranked #2489 vs #2684 for Koi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buck or Koi more popular?

Buck is more popular, ranked #2489 compared to Koi at #2684 in the United States.

What do Buck and Koi mean?

Buck means "male deer, strong young man" (Old English origin). Koi means "love, romantic feeling" (Japanese origin).

Are Buck and Koi boy or girl names?

Buck is primarily a boy name. Koi is primarily a boy name.

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