Suki
Fact sheet
- Name
- Suki
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The name Suki is a female name derived from the Japanese word suki (好き), which means 'beloved, liked, dearest'. With the meaning 'the beloved one' or 'the dear one', Suki is primarily common in Japan but is also used in other Asian countries.
What does the name Suki mean?
Suki is a female name that originates from Japanese and is derived from the term suki (好き), which means 'beloved, liked, dearest'. The name stands for 'the beloved one' or 'the dear one'. In some Asian cultures, 'Suki' is also used as a designation for an honored guest or a particularly valued client. Similar names include Sookie and Sukie, which are both diminutives of Susanna ('the lily').
Where does the name Suki come from?
The name Suki has its roots in Japanese and means 'the beloved one' or 'the dear one'. The Japanese word suki (好き) consists of the characters for 'beloved, liked, dearest'. The language is Japanese and the Kanji script is used.
How do you pronounce Suki?
The pronunciation of Suki is clear and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'SU-ki' [ˈzuːki], starting with a long U sound that gives it a rounded tone. The soft 's' provides a pleasant beginning, while the ending '-ki' sounds bright and lively. Thus, Suki conveys a friendly and playful impression - modern, clear, and with a fresh aura.
Popularity
In Germany, Suki enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 2,107th among the most common female names. The best ranking was achieved in 2007 with 1,198th place. In the last ten years, Suki has been chosen as a first name about 150 times, placing it 1,921st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,945th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ikus / Kiki / Kusi / Su / Sushi / Susi / Suso / Susu / Uki
Similar first names
Famous people
- Suki (character) (Kyoshi warrior in Avatar: The Last Airbender)
- Suki Chan (British artist)
- Suki Chui (Hong Kong actress)
- Suki Kim (writer from the USA)
- Suki Lahav (musician from Israel)
- Suki Low (Malagasy musician)
- Suki Potier (model from England)
- Suki Schorer (American ballet dancer)
- Suki Waterhouse (British model and actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Suki
What is the origin of the name Suki?
Suki has its roots in Japanese and means 'the beloved one' or 'the dear one'.
What does the name Suki mean?
The name Suki is derived from the Japanese term 'suki' (好き), which means 'beloved', 'liked', or 'dearest'.
How popular is the name Suki?
Suki is appreciated in various cultures and is often perceived as charming and loving, contributing to its popularity.