Kai vs Brooks

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #67 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a brook"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Brooks Rank #67

Brooks is more popular, ranked #67 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Kai or Brooks more popular?

Brooks is more popular, ranked #67 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Brooks mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Brooks means "one who lives near a brook" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Brooks boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Brooks is primarily a boy name.