Holding steady.
Popularity of Keijuan since 1989
Babies named Keijuan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Keijuan is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 1989. It has never appeared in the top 1000 rankings, with its peak usage occurring in 2003, when it saw its highest number of births. The name belongs to a broader trend of invented Kei- prefixed names that gained modest popularity in African American communities during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. While Keijuan has not been recorded in any top states, its trajectory has remained stable over recent decades, suggesting a consistent but very low level of adoption. The name remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique sound that blends contemporary style with a nod to traditional Spanish names through the Juan element.
Keijuan is a modern coinage that appears to have emerged in the United States in the late 20th century. It likely follows a pattern of invented names using the fashionable prefix Kei- (as in Keisha, Keion) combined with the Spanish name Juan, or as a respelling of names like Keon. Its usage has remained rare, with a peak in 2003.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kei, KJ
Sibling names for Keijuan
Names that share Keijuan's style, for a brother or sister.
