Kei vs Mia

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kei Rank #4,606
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4606 for Kei.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kei ___

  • Kei James
  • Kei Alexander
  • Kei William
  • Kei Michael
  • Kei Lee
  • Kei Thomas

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kei

Kai Ren Hiro Mia Yuki

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kei or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kei at #4606 in the United States.

What do Kei and Mia mean?

Kei means "joy, jubilation" (Japanese kanji 慶 origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Kei and Mia boy or girl names?

Kei is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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