Kai vs Berg

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

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Berg Rank #21,697

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Berg more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Kai and Berg mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin).

Are Kai and Berg boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Berg is primarily a boy name.

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