- Meaning
- Beautiful, plum blossom
- Origin
- Chinese
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity
- Rare in the US
- Style
- Classic
- Used in
- Japanese
What people expect from a Mei
Mei mixes soft and sharp sounds, so people tend to read it as steady and balanced. Being rare in the US, it stands out, and will be spelt back to you a few times.
The meaning is about nature. A name can't give a child nature, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.
Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.
Mei: name scorecard
Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.
Great choice
Mei
- International readabilitySimple letters that read the same almost everywhere.
- Easy to say and spellSays itself: 1 syllable, spelt how it sounds.
- Not too common, not too strangeRare in the US: memorable, and it will be spelt out a lot.
- Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
- Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
- A meaning to be proud ofMeans "Beautiful, plum blossom".
Names with a similar meaning
In 2015, fewer big US companies were run by women than by men named John.
The Upshot, New York Times (2015)Questions about Mei
What does the name Mei mean?
Mei is a girl's name of Chinese origin meaning "Beautiful, plum blossom".
Is Mei a boy or girl name?
Mei is usually a girl's name.
How popular is the name Mei?
Mei is rare in the US. It is used in Japanese.
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