Kai vs Carson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Carr (marsh dweller)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Kai Rank #76

Carson Rank #124

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #124 for Carson.

Is Kai or Carson more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Carson at #124 in the United States.

What do Kai and Carson mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Carson means "son of Carr (marsh dweller)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kai and Carson boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Carson is primarily a boy name.