Kai vs Barrett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Kai Rank #76

Barrett Rank #186

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #186 for Barrett.

Is Kai or Barrett more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Kai and Barrett mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Kai and Barrett boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Barrett is primarily a boy name.