Brandon vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brandon

Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Brandon Rank #230

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Brandon or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Brandon and Kai mean?

Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Brandon and Kai boy or girl names?

Brandon is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.