Loki
Loki: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หlษสki/ ยท /หloสki/
Meaning and origin of Loki
- A male given name from Old Norse.
Etymology
Borrowed from Old Norse Loki, where further etymology is shown.
How popular is Loki?
Since 1880, 95 girls and 2,006 boys in the U.S. have been named Loki (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8764 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #1235 in 2021. In 2025, 91 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Loki FAQ
What does the name Loki mean?
A male given name from Old Norse. Borrowed from Old Norse Loki, where further etymology is shown.
What is the origin of the name Loki?
Loki is listed as a name of Norse origin.
How popular is the name Loki?
Since 1880, 95 girls and 2,006 boys in the U.S. have been named Loki (5% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #8764 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #1235 in 2021. In 2025, 91 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Loki a boy or girl name?
Loki is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 95 girls and 2,006 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.