Jahi is of African origin, meaning 'to live' in Swahili. It's a unisex name but more commonly used for males. In the United States, Jahi started gaining popularity in the late 20th century, reaching its peak usage around the early 21st century. The name's spelling can vary, with some popular alternatives including Jai, Jay, and Jae.
The name Jahi experienced a surge in popularity during the late 1990s to early 2000s, with peaks of 33 births in 1995 and 41 births in 2002. However, it has since become less common, with fewer than 20 births per year since 2007. As of 2023, a total of 830 babies have been named Jahi.