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Harrison 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harrison Rank #121
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #121 for Harrison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Harrison at #121 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Kai mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Harrison and Kai boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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