Kai vs Benjamin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #11 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of the south"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kai Rank #76

Benjamin Rank #11

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Kai or Benjamin more popular?

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Benjamin mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Benjamin boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Benjamin is primarily a boy name.