Hei is a distinctive choice, ranked #3689 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Hei in their class.
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UK Rank 2024
#3689
About the Name Hei
Hei has never been more popular than it is right now, sitting at UK #3689. It has been building momentum steadily rather than spiking suddenly. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 2019.
Hei is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Hei
Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named Hei per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Hei in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Hei has held a stable position around #3689 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #3689 in 2024 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Hei is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.
5
UK babies named Hei (2024)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
< 1
In a school of 600
↑ 1013 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Hei
Likely around 1 other Hei in the class
UK Popularity (2019–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
No US data available for this name
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