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Kai vs Andrew

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

Kai Rank #76
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #76 for Kai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Andrew mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Kai and Andrew boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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