Miki is a name of Japanese origin and means "beautiful". It is often used as a female name in Japan, but it can also be used for males. The name has gained popularity worldwide due to its simplicity and beauty. It is a short form of Mikiko or Mikiho, which are popular Japanese names for females. In Japan, the name Miki is often associated with the sport of tennis, as several famous tennis players have this name. However, the name's popularity is not limited to Japan and can be found in many other countries around the world.
The name Miki has seen a varied history of popularity over the years in the United States, as reflected by the birth statistics from 1942 to 2023.
From the start of the records in 1942 until the mid-1950s, Miki was given to an average of around 10 babies per year. However, starting from 1957, there was a notable increase in its usage, with between 14 and 30 births each year until 1970.
The years 1971 to 1982 saw a significant peak in the popularity of Miki, with over 60 births per year for much of this period. The name reached its zenith in 1973 with 61 births, indicating that it was widely favored during these years.
After this high point, the usage of Miki began to decline gradually but steadily. Between 1983 and 2002, there were around 20-30 births per year on average, demonstrating that while still popular, Miki was no longer as prevalent as it had once been.
From 2003 onwards, the birth statistics show a consistent decrease in the popularity of Miki. In recent years, fewer than 15 babies have been named Miki annually, with only 9 births recorded in both 2022 and 2023.
Overall, over the course of almost 82 years, a total of 1803 babies were named Miki in the United States. This name has had its periods of popularity but has seen a decline in usage in recent decades. Despite this trend, it remains a distinctive and memorable name choice.