Kei
boy name#6143 in 2025Kei entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3365 in 2015, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#6143
rank today
#3365
peak (2015)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3612 |
| 1970s | #4596 |
| 1980s | #5210 |
| 1990s | #5930 |
| 2000s | #5647 |
| 2010s | #5172 |
| 2020s | #5181 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kei has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Kei are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kei alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kei in 2025?
- Kei ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kei most popular?
- Kei peaked in 2015, reaching #3365 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kei with classmates?
- Kei will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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