Declining since 2003, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Kejuan since 1973
Babies named Kejuan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 53 |
| 1980s | 129 |
| 1990s | 441 |
| 2000s | 734 |
| 2010s | 242 |
| 2020s | 81 |
Meaning & origin
Kejuan is an uncommon modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1973. Its popularity peaked in 2003, when it reached its highest rank, but it has been declining since, reflecting its fall from favor in recent decades. In 2025, the name ranked 7,679th, with only 1 in 170,808 boys receiving it. Kejuan is typically given to boys and lacks strong regional ties, as its top states are not heavily concentrated. The name likely originated within African American naming traditions, following a pattern of creative blends like Dejuan and Keon. While its exact derivation is unclear, Kejuan remains a distinctive choice with a modern, rhythmic sound.
Kejuan is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the 1970s, predominantly within African American communities. It may be a creative combination of the prefix Ke- (popular in modern coinages like Keon, Keisha) and the name Juan, or an altered form of names like Dejuan. Its usage peaked in the early 2000s and has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: KJ, Kej
Sibling names for Kejuan
Names that share Kejuan's style, for a brother or sister.
