Khoi
Khoi is a boy's name of Vietnamese origin.
Meaning
Bright, handsome, or brilliant.
Origin and history
Khoi is a Vietnamese masculine name that translates to bright, handsome, or brilliant. It is relatively uncommon in the United States, though its usage has seen a slight rise in recent decades within Vietnamese-American communities. The name is valued for its positive meaning and sleek, single-syllable structure.
Popularity in the United States
715 babies in the United States have been named Khoi since 1880. It ranks #3961 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1789.
States where it is most popular
- CA (83 %)
- TX (17 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 92 |
| 1990-2000 | 93 |
| 2000-2010 | 169 |
| 2010-2019 | 217 |
| 2020-2029 | 138 |
Fun facts
- In Sino-Vietnamese roots, the word relates to exceptional appearance, intellect, or leadership qualities.
- While historically rare in the U.S., it has gained steady visibility over the last few decades.