Will my child share the name China with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named China per year, your child will almost certainly be the only China in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is China becoming more or less popular in the UK?

China has been fairly steady, ranked #4,003 in 2014 against #3,936 in 2009. Its best recorded position was #1,036 in 1998.

Is China a good choice for a distinctive name?

China is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is China a popular baby name in the United States?

China does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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China is a distinctive choice, ranked #4003 in 2014. Your child is likely to be the only China in their class.

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UK Rank 2014

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About the Name China

China is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 67 places over five years. Its high point was #1036 in 1998, and it now sits at #4003. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

China is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only China in their class.