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Aric vs Kei

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kei

Boy #4,606 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"joy, jubilation"

Origin: Japanese kanji 慶

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Hawaiian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,606
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aric Rank #4,456
Kei Rank #4,606

Aric is more popular, ranked #4456 vs #4606 for Kei.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aric or Kei more popular?

Aric is more popular, ranked #4456 compared to Kei at #4606 in the United States.

What do Aric and Kei mean?

Aric means "eternal ruler" (Old Norse origin). Kei means "joy, jubilation" (Japanese kanji 慶 origin).

Are Aric and Kei boy or girl names?

Aric is primarily a boy name. Kei is primarily a boy name.

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