Coi

“love, affection” — Associated with warmth and nurturing characteristics

Japanese origin · Unisex name

♂ 56% boys♀ 44% girls

#5422US 2023

23Births / yr

↑Rising

50All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Coi mean and where does it come from?

Coi can have diverse meanings depending on its cultural origin. In Japanese, it signifies 'love' or 'affection', often associated with warmth and nurturing characteristics. In Vietnamese, Coi may refer to 'golden', symbolizing value and preciousness. Although the name is more commonly used as a shor

Cultural significance

Coi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Japanese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of love, affection.

Peak popularity

Reached #12667 in 2020 — currently #5422 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Coi?

Coi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Coi Grace

How popular is Coi right now?

Rising fast — up 1351 spots — currently #5422 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#5422 · Top 4.0%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5422	23	▲ up 1351 · +35% births
2022	#6773	17	▼ down 316 · -6% births
2021	#6457	18	▲ up 6210 · +157% births
2020	#12667	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Coi

Best Year2023Rank #5422

Peak Count23

Average Rank#7830

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Coi

Coi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 50 total births recorded, Coi remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12667 in 2020 to #5422 in 2023. Coi is used for both genders: 44% female and 56% male.

Names that peaked alongside Coi in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Coi by decade

Coi peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s ★	17
2010s	16
2020s	7

💎Coi has only 50 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Coi?

Common

CoieCoy

What names sound and feel like Coi?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Coi also consider these

Toi

Japanese · Caring

Coit

American · A variation of

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Coi

What does the name Coi mean?

Coi means "love, affection" — a name rooted in Japanese tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Coi?

Coi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Coi have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Coi?

Coi originates from Japanese tradition. Japanese names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Coi sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Coi flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Coi ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Coi trending right now?

Coi is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.