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Jayce 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

Jayce Rank #169
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #169 for Jayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayce or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Jayce at #169 in the United States.

What do Jayce and Kai mean?

Jayce means "healer" (Greek origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Jayce and Kai boy or girl names?

Jayce is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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