Suki

At a Glance

Meaning

Linked to the Japanese word suki, meaning 'liked' or 'favorite.'

Origin

Uncertain (associated with Japanese, also used as an English pet name)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

SOO-keeListen

Suki is pronounced SOO-kee, and it's often connected to the Japanese word suki, meaning "liked" or "favorite," though its exact roots as a given name aren't confirmed. It's also used simply as an English pet name, so where a particular Suki's name comes from can go either way. It's a short, modern name with an international feel.

Meaning & Origin of Suki

Meaning: Linked to the Japanese word suki, meaning 'liked' or 'favorite.'.

Origin: uncertain (associated with Japanese, also used as an English pet name).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Suki

Popularity of Suki

In 2024, just 39 baby girls were named Suki, putting it at #3869 nationally — which is also its highest rank on record going back to 1956. That makes it a genuinely rare pick among American parents right now.

Names Like Suki

These names share Suki’s style, era or origin.

• Ai
• Mio
• Aiko
• Airi
• Kaida
• Kairi

FAQ

What does the name Suki mean?

Linked to the Japanese word suki, meaning ‘liked’ or ‘favorite.’. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Suki?

Suki is pronounced SOO-kee (IPA: /ˈsuːki/).

Is Suki a popular name right now?

Suki is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #3869 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1956–2024.)

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