Xochi

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Xochi Pronunciation

Xochi is pronounced SOH-chee /ˈsoʊ.tʃi/Medium

Meaning: A short form of Xochitl — from Nahuatl xochitl, 'a flower; a blossom'Medium

In 30 seconds: Flower: Xochi shortens Xochitl — 'a flower'. Lyrical, bright, and warm (said 'SOH-chee').

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Origin MediumNahuatl

MeaningA short form of Xochitl — from Nahuatl xochitl, 'a flower; a blossom'

U.S. rank (2024)#5931 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 124

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Xochi is a short form of Xochitl — from Nahuatl xochitl, 'a flower, a blossom' (a beloved Aztec/Mexican name; Xochimilco, 'the place of flowers'). A lyrical, bright, modern Mexican girls' name honoring Indigenous heritage (the X said 'S', the tl softened, so 'SOH-chee'; nickname Xochi).

In the U.S. it appears in Mexican-heritage families. Rare, a-flower at the root, and bright.

Did you know? Xochitl means 'a flower, a blossom' in Nahuatl (the Aztec language) — Xochi is its sweet short form, lyrical and bright (the X said 'S', so 'SOH-chee').

Overall data confidence 68%

Nahuatl references — xochitl — etymology

Variations

XochitlXochilSochi

Nicknames

Xochi

Themes & Styles

Flower-name Mexican Nahuatl Native-american

If you like Xochi…

Xochitl— the fuller name

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Citlali— a companion Nahuatl girls' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Xochi?

Xochi is pronounced SOH-chee (/ˈsoʊ.tʃi/). Press play above to hear Xochi said aloud.

How do you say Xochi?

Xochi is said SOH-chee (/ˈsoʊ.tʃi/). Press play above to hear Xochi said aloud.

What does the name Xochi mean?

Xochi shortens Xochitl — Nahuatl 'a flower, a blossom'.

Is Xochi a boy or girl name?

Xochi is a girl's name.

How popular is Xochi?

Xochi is a rare name in the U.S.