Kai vs Ashton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ash tree town"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Ashton Rank #188

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #188 for Ashton.

Is Kai or Ashton more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ashton at #188 in the United States.

What do Kai and Ashton mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Ashton boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Ashton is primarily a boy name.