Holding steady.
Popularity of Keisuke since 1987
Babies named Keisuke per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 78 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Keisuke is a Japanese masculine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, though it has been used in Japan for centuries. The name reached its peak popularity in 2002, and has since maintained a stable trajectory. As a compound name, Keisuke is built from elements common in Japanese naming, such as 'kei' and 'suke', which can carry meanings like 'enlighten' or 'help'. Despite its modest use in the United States, it remains a familiar choice among Japanese families and those seeking a name with cultural resonance.
Keisuke is a Japanese masculine given name written with various kanji combinations. Common elements include 啓 (kei) meaning 'open, begin, enlighten' and 介 (suke) meaning 'shell, mediate', or 佳 (kei) meaning 'beautiful, good' combined with 輔 (suke) meaning 'help'. The name has been used for several historical figures, including the samurai Katsu Kaishū (born Katsu Keisuke).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kei, Suke
Sibling names for Keisuke
Names that share Keisuke's style, for a brother or sister.
