Kai vs Ahren

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

Ahren

Boy #9,600 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle"

Origin: Old High German (arn)

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Swiss Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,600
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Ahren Rank #9,600

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #9600 for Ahren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Ahren more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ahren at #9600 in the United States.

What do Kai and Ahren mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Ahren means "eagle" (Old High German (arn) origin).

Are Kai and Ahren boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Ahren is primarily a boy name.

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