Chi

Chi is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Chi isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Chi is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Chi was, in the past month, the 1174th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Chi is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Chi was viewed 52 times, and liked 3 times.

The map below shows Chi's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Chi is most adored in Utah, Missouri and Tennessee.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, North Carolina and Colorado.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Chi.

Most popular breeds named Chi:

1. Chihuahua
2. German Shepherd
3. Chinese Shar-Pei
4. Pomeranian
5. Dachshund

Chi is found in these categories:

african

Associated with Igbo culture, represents personal spiritual guardian in Nigeria.

chinese

Represents vital life force or energy in traditional Chinese philosophy.

independent

Derived from Chinese culture, symbolizing energy and balance, often associated with independence and self-reliance.