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Kai vs Archer

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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Archer

Boy #115 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who shoots with a bow and arrow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#115
Total SSA Count
3,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Archer Rank #115

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #115 for Archer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Archer more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Archer at #115 in the United States.

What do Kai and Archer mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Archer means "one who shoots with a bow and arrow" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Archer boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Archer is primarily a boy name.

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