Kee Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE / kiːEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: 'shelter'; Irish: 'descendant of Caoi'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kee has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is often associated with the word for shelter or protection. In Irish, it is derived from the surname Caoi, which means 'descendant of Caoi'. The name has seen variations in spelling and usage across different regions.
Trend Summary
Kee has experienced limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Key
- Kie
International Variants
- Kí (Irish)
Famous people named Kee
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kee was first seen in the United States in 1910. Kee has ranked as high as #872 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Arizona, New Mexico, California, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Kee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kee (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 24 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 44 |
| 1925 | 41 |
| 1926 | 30 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 29 |
| 1929 | 35 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 22 |
| 1932 | 27 |
| 1933 | 39 |
| 1934 | 21 |
| 1935 | 27 |
| 1936 | 28 |
| 1937 | 26 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 28 |
| 1940 | 31 |
| 1941 | 29 |
| 1942 | 27 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 28 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 24 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |