Calvin vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Calvin Rank #140

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #140 for Calvin.

Is Calvin or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Calvin and Kai mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Calvin and Kai boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.