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Kekai

Boy Name #36,910 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Kekai is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Kekai often also consider Creel, Vermon, .

Popularity Over Time

#36,910
Current Rank
Peaked 2005 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#36,910
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Kek Key Kekie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kekai

Is Kekai a boy or girl name?
Kekai is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kekai?
Kekai is currently ranked #36910 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kekai?
Common nicknames for Kekai include Kek, Key, and Kekie.
Is Kekai a common or rare name?
Kekai is an uncommon name, ranked #36910 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Kekai

Kekai is a boy name .

Kekai is currently ranked #36,910 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kekai include Kek, Key, and Kekie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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