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Andrew vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Scandinavian Japanese American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#76
Total SSA Count
4,276
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Andrew Rank #68
Kai Rank #76

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #76 for Kai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or Kai more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Andrew and Kai mean?

Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Andrew and Kai boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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