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Bennett 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

Bennett Rank #60
Kai Rank #76

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 vs #76 for Kai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bennett or Kai more popular?

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Bennett and Kai mean?

Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Bennett and Kai boy or girl names?

Bennett is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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