Kai vs Brayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"descendant of Bradán (salmon)"

Origin: Irish

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Kai Rank #76

Brayden Rank #190

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #190 for Brayden.

Is Kai or Brayden more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Brayden at #190 in the United States.

What do Kai and Brayden mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Brayden means "descendant of Bradán (salmon)" (Irish origin).

Are Kai and Brayden boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Brayden is primarily a boy name.