Kai vs Bodhe

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

Bodhe

Boy #18,466 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, hut"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18,466
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Bodhe Rank #18,466

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #18466 for Bodhe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Bodhe more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Bodhe at #18466 in the United States.

What do Kai and Bodhe mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Bodhe means "shelter, hut" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kai and Bodhe boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Bodhe is primarily a boy name.

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