Kai vs Adrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #72 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"from Hadria, of the Adriatic"

Origin: Latin

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Kai Rank #76

Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Kai or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Adrian mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Kai and Adrian boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.