Qi
Pronunciation: [ k-EE ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Qi first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 28 babies have been named Qi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Qi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,048 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #41,048
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Qi
Qi is a boy name .
Is Qi a boy or girl name? Qi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #41,048 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #58,366. Qi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Qi is currently ranked #41,048 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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Sources
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