The story behind Mei
In Japanese often written with characters for 'bud' or 'sprout'; in Chinese, commonly 'beautiful'.
Mei’s number is 9.
Compassion and idealism. Nines are read as generous and big-picture thinkers, often drawn to causes larger than themselves.
More Japanese names to consider.
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“Bright, intelligent” — Unisex name
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“Sun flying, spring flight” — Boy name
Hina
“Sunny place, or doll” — Girl name
Kenji
“Intelligent second son, strong and vigorous” — Boy name
Ren
“Lotus, or love” — Unisex name
Sakura
“Cherry blossom” — Girl name
About the name Mei.
What does Mei mean?
Mei means “beautiful, or bud, sprout.” It carries Japanese/Chinese roots. In Japanese often written with characters for 'bud' or 'sprout'; in Chinese, commonly 'beautiful'.
How do you pronounce Mei?
Mei is pronounced MAY, with 1 syllable.
Is Mei a boy name, girl name, or unisex?
Mei is most commonly used as a girl name in its Japanese/Chinese naming tradition, though usage can vary by region and generation.