Dylan vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Dylan Rank #28

Kai Rank #76

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Dylan or Kai more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Kai mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Dylan and Kai boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.