Will my child share the name Mei with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 13 UK babies named Mei per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Mei in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Mei becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Mei is declining: down 451 places since 2020, to #2,138 in 2025. It peaked at #1,218 in 2010.

Is Mei a good choice for a distinctive name?

Mei 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.

Is Mei a popular baby name in the United States?

Mei does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Mei is a distinctive choice, ranked #2138 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Mei in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Mei

Mei has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 888 places in five years. It was most popular in 2010 at #1218 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Mei is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Mei in their class.