Mei

Quick answers about Mei

How many people are named Mei?

An estimated 1,802 living Americans are named Mei.

How rare is Mei?

Mei is uncommon among babies today, with 117 girls receiving the name in 2025, matching its recorded peak.

How old is the typical Mei?

The median age of a living American named Mei is approximately 15 years, with most bearers falling between 6 and 27 years old.

Is Mei still popular?

Yes — Mei is currently rising in popularity, with 117 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.7× higher than the previous decade.

Where is Mei most common?

Mei has its strongest geographic signal in New York, where it appears 5.1× more often than the national baseline.