Emmett 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

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Popularity Comparison

Emmett Rank #119
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #119 for Emmett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Kai mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Emmett and Kai boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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