Kai vs Callan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #242 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little battle"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

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Kai Rank #76

Callan Rank #242

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #242 for Callan.

Is Kai or Callan more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Callan at #242 in the United States.

What do Kai and Callan mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Callan means "little battle" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kai and Callan boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Callan is primarily a boy name.