Kei
Kei: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kei
- A unisex given name from Japanese.
How popular is Kei?
Since 1880, 186 girls and 651 boys in the U.S. have been named Kei (22% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6516 in 1980. Its highest rank for boys was #3402 in 2015. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Kei
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Japanese unisex names
Sibling name ideas for Kei
Sister and brother names that share Kei's Japanese roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Kei FAQ
What does the name Kei mean?
A unisex given name from Japanese.
What is the origin of the name Kei?
Kei is listed as a name of Japanese origin.
How popular is the name Kei?
Since 1880, 186 girls and 651 boys in the U.S. have been named Kei (22% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6516 in 1980. Its highest rank for boys was #3402 in 2015. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kei a boy or girl name?
Kei is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (186 girls and 651 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.