Kai vs Caden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #211 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little fire"

Origin: Old Irish (Aodhán)

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Kai Rank #76

Caden Rank #211

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #211 for Caden.

Is Kai or Caden more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Caden at #211 in the United States.

What do Kai and Caden mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are Kai and Caden boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Caden is primarily a boy name.