US Popularity Rank: 9627

Origin: Chinese

Meaning: Joy, harmony; Justice, Benefit; Resolute; Plum; Amiable

Yi is a girl’s name of Chinese origin. In Mandarin, this name has multiple meanings with multiple spellings. Most commonly, the word yí means “joy” or “harmony,” while the word yì ties neatly with the translation of “justice.” This Mandarin name can also mean “benefit,” “resolute,” “plum,” “amiable,” and more! Although a popular last name throughout Korea and mainland China, Yi is a sure up-and-comer for cute little baby. If parents could will baby’s future by virtue of their name’s etymology, then Yi would be the unanimous choice.