Kai vs Chong

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Scandinavian Japanese American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#76
Total SSA Count
4,276
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Chong

Boy #31,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lofty, sublime"

Origin: Chinese

Cultural Roots

Chinese Korean Vietnamese Hmong

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31,507
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Chong Rank #31,507

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #31507 for Chong.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Chong more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Chong at #31507 in the United States.

What do Kai and Chong mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Chong means "lofty, sublime" (Chinese origin).

Are Kai and Chong boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Chong is primarily a boy name.

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