Gender: Unisex
Origin: Chinese
Pronunciation: Y IY
Popularity Rank: #5,892
In Chinese, the name '.yi.' is a rare and unique name that does not have a specific meaning. It is often used as a symbol or placeholder in computer programming and can represent various concepts depending on the context in which it is used.
The name Yi is of Chinese origin. It is often used as a Unisex name and is mostly used as a Last Name.
Yi is commonly found in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and 78 more countries.
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: Y IY
Y: Pronounce as in "yes" (Y EH S)
IY: Pronounce as in "see" (S IY)
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At NamesLook, the name Yi is recorded 9,767 times globally, ranking it as the 5,892th most common name worldwide.
Yi is most prevalent in Malaysia, with 2,321 occurrences, making it the 572th most popular name in the country.
In China, the name Yi is found among 1 in every 150 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | #572 | 1 : 858 |
| Hong Kong | #314 | 1 : 323 |
| Singapore | #342 | 1 : 509 |
| China | #65 | 1 : 150 |
| United States of America | #3,220 | 1 : 2,010 |
| Italy | #3,488 | 1 : 2,560 |
| Taiwan | #103 | 1 : 493 |
| France | #3,353 | 1 : 3,075 |
| United Kingdom | #2,295 | 1 : 1,486 |
| Canada | #1,848 | 1 : 1,353 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Yi from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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