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Kai vs Ayin

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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Ayin

Boy #44,054 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eye, spring of water"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44,054
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Ayin Rank #44,054

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #44054 for Ayin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Ayin more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ayin at #44054 in the United States.

What do Kai and Ayin mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Ayin means "eye, spring of water" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Ayin boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Ayin is primarily a boy name.

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