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