Brody vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Brody Rank #224

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #224 for Brody.

Is Brody or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and Kai mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Brody and Kai boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.