Will my child share the name Loki with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 44 UK babies named Loki per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Loki in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Loki becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Loki is declining: down 281 places since 2020, to #763 in 2025. It peaked at #425 in 2021.

Is Loki a good choice for a distinctive name?

Loki 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 Loki a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Loki is a distinctive choice, ranked #763 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Loki in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Loki

Loki has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 220 places in five years. It was most popular in 2021 at #425 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1999.

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