The nameKei
Kei is a short Japanese name, used for boys and girls.
- Unisex name
- Japanese
Meaning
Kei can be written with many characters, with meanings such as "blessing" or "respect".
Origin
Japanese.
History
In England and Wales Kei reached 2087th place in 2006.
Did you know?
- In 2014 Kei Nishikori became the first Asian man to reach a Grand Slam singles final, at the US Open.
Famous people named Kei
- Kei Nishikori, tennis player
Popularity of the name Kei
Kei in the United States
Kei was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 254 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Kei. Its rise began around 1920, and it peaked in 2015. Half of all babies named Kei in the United States were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 21 births a year on average, against 31 in the five years before.
Sibling names for Kei
Names from the same generation as Kei, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kei mean?
Kei can be written with many characters, with meanings such as "blessing" or "respect".
What is the origin of the name Kei?
Japanese.
Is Kei a girl's or a boy's name?
Kei is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys. In the United States, 23% of the babies named Kei are girls.
How popular is the name Kei?
In 2024, Kei was the 4618th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 22 births.
What are good sibling names for Kei?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Zenobia, Lucile, Meryl and Eveline for a sister, Manasseh, Leeroy, Joachim and Jory for a brother.
Who are famous people named Kei?
Kei Nishikori, tennis player.