Chi

Chi is a British surname of Chinese origin. The surname is derived from the Chinese character "齐", which can have various meanings such as "alike", "uniform", or "together".

The Chi surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, often associated with individuals of Chinese descent who have settled in the country over the years. Those bearing the surname Chi may have ancestral roots in China or other East Asian countries.

As with many surnames of non-British origin, the Chi surname represents the multicultural and diverse society that characterises modern-day Britain. It reflects the migration patterns and global connections that have shaped the nation's demographics and enriched its cultural tapestry.

There are approximately 238 people named Chi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Chi.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: China

Language of origin: Chinese

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Chun
  • George
  • Hong
  • Jiang
  • Ming
  • Paul
  • Sung
  • Wen
  • Yiu
  • Yun

Female

  • Bing
  • Eva
  • Florence
  • Kam
  • Lina
  • Michelle
  • Nicole
  • Susan
  • Suvi
  • Xue

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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