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Bentley 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

Bentley Rank #201
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Bentley and Kai mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Bentley and Kai boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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