Kai vs Cohen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #239 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"priest"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kai Rank #76

Cohen Rank #239

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #239 for Cohen.

Is Kai or Cohen more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Cohen at #239 in the United States.

What do Kai and Cohen mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Cohen boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Cohen is primarily a boy name.