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Zhi

Boy name · 11 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Zhi: 11 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2011.

Rooted in Chinese culture, Zhi (志 or 智) means "will," "ambition," or "wisdom" — a name that reflects virtue and aspiration. Its most famous historical bearer is Zhuge Liang, the brilliant chancellor and strategist of the Three Kingdoms period, revered for his intellect and loyalty. While no major place shares the exact name, the character 智 appears in many geographical names across China, such as the city of Zhuhai. A notable note: Zhi is a unisex name in China, often combined with another character (like Zhibo or Zhiwen) to form compound names, and its rising global recognition makes it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a short, meaningful name with a strong, positive symbolism.

Boy 3 of 52 years

Peak year
20115 babies
Latest (2014)
#6803 babies
Total births
11since 2005
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2011 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).