Kiki
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kiki
Kiki is a diminutive or nickname form derived from names like Kikilia, Kikilias, or similar names with Greek roots, meaning "laughter" or "one who laughs" from the Greek word "kiki." The name is used across multiple cultures including Greek, Spanish, Japanese, and Dutch communities, with notable usage in popular culture such as the 1989 Studio Ghibli film "Kiki's Delivery Service" and as a stage name for various musicians and performers.
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Etymology
Kiki is a diminutive or nickname form derived from names like Kikilia, Kikilias, or similar names with Greek roots, meaning "laughter" or "one who laughs" from the Greek word "kiki." The name is used across multiple cultures including Greek, Spanish, Japanese, and Dutch communities, with notable usage in popular culture such as the 1989 Studio Ghibli film "Kiki's Delivery Service" and as a stage name for various musicians and performers.
Kiki currently ranks #8,116 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1975.
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