Life force, energy, or younger child
In Chinese philosophy, Chi (Qi) represents the vital life force or energy that flows through all things. In Vietnamese, the name often signifies a 'branch' or 'younger sibling,' while in Igbo (Nigerian) culture, it refers to a personal guardian spirit or deity.
Less common today
Chi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,683 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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