Rising since 1993, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Keyani since 1992
Babies named Keyani per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 150 |
| 2020s | 138 |
Meaning & origin
Keyani is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1992. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 1993, with a peak rank of 7,133 in 2025. The name's one-in-107,151 frequency underscores its rarity, yet its upward trend suggests growing appeal. Although top states are not recorded due to low numbers, Keyani fits a pattern of creative, melodious names with the -ani ending. Its status as a recent coinage means its etymology is undocumented, leaving its meaning open to personal interpretation.
Keyani first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992, making it a relatively recent coinage. It likely follows the pattern of names beginning with Ke- (such as Kendall or Keira) paired with the fashionable -ani suffix, seen in names like Ariani or Leilani. Its precise derivation is not documented, and it does not appear to have roots in any established language or cultural tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Key, Kiki, Ani
Sibling names for Keyani
Names that share Keyani's style, for a brother or sister.
