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Mei — Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Mei is a versatile and unisex name that has multiple origins. In Chinese, it means 'beautiful' or 'plum'. In Japanese, it means 'brightness' or 'light'. Mei carries a sense of elegance and radiance.

Mei

Letter: M
Unisex

Meaning of Mei:

Mei is a versatile and unisex name that has multiple origins. In Chinese, it means 'beautiful' or 'plum'. In Japanese, it means 'brightness' or 'light'. Mei carries a sense of elegance and radiance. People with the name Mei are often admired for their beauty, both inward and outward. They have a gentle and peaceful nature and possess a natural aura of serenity. Mei is a name that represents beauty and tranquility.

  • Gender: Unisex
  • Origin: Japanese, English, Chinese
  • US popularity: In 2022, 55 newborns in the United States were named Mei (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2020 with 65 babies.

Origin:

Japanese , English , Chinese

Similar Names:

Medi , Megi , Mehi , Mei , Meia , Meib , Meic , Meid , Meie , Meik

More names starting with M:

Maaarif , Maaazim , Maabad , Maadhav , Maadil , Maadin , Maadow Din , Maadun , Maah Khodai , Maah Ruy , Maahir , Maajid

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Frequently asked questions about Mei

What does the name Mei mean?

Mei is a versatile and unisex name that has multiple origins. In Chinese, it means 'beautiful' or 'plum'. In Japanese, it means 'brightness' or 'light'. Mei carries a sense of elegance and radiance. People with the name Mei are often admired for their beauty, both inward and outward.

What is the origin of the name Mei?

Mei is a unisex name of Japanese, English, Chinese origin.

Is Mei a boy or girl name?

Mei is commonly used as a unisex name.

How popular is the name Mei?

In 2022, 55 newborns in the United States were named Mei, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2020, with 65 babies given the name.

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