Kiki Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-kee / ˈkiːkiJapanese; Swahili; French
Meaning
Japanese: 'a sound'; Swahili: 'the first'; French: diminutive of names like Christine
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, Kiki can be associated with various meanings depending on the kanji used. In Swahili, it is often used as a term of endearment. The name has also gained popularity in Western cultures as a playful and youthful name.
Trend Summary
Kiki has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States, particularly among younger generations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiki
- Kikie
International Variants
- Kiki (Japanese)
- Kiki (Swahili)
- Kiki (French)
Famous people named Kiki
Kiki Dee is a British singer known for her hit song 'I've Got the Music in Me'.
Kiki Palmer is an American actress and singer recognized for her roles in various films and television shows.
Fictional characters named Kiki
Kiki is the main character in the animated film 'Kiki's Delivery Service', where she is a young witch starting her own delivery service.
Kiki is a character in the video game series 'Animal Crossing', known for her role as a friendly and helpful villager.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiki was first seen in the United States in 1920. Kiki has ranked as high as #1036 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in California, New York, Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kiki has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiki (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 31 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 42 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 13 |