Kai vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Brandon Rank #230

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Kai or Brandon more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Kai and Brandon mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Brandon boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.