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Kei vs Keylan

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

Kei Rank #4,606
Keylan Rank #4,690

Kei is more popular, ranked #4606 vs #4690 for Keylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kei or Keylan more popular?

Kei is more popular, ranked #4606 compared to Keylan at #4690 in the United States.

What do Kei and Keylan mean?

Kei means "joy, jubilation" (Japanese kanji 慶 origin). Keylan means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Kei and Keylan boy or girl names?

Kei is primarily a boy name. Keylan is primarily a boy name.

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