Kai vs Colt

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #276 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"frisky, energetic youth"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Colt Rank #276

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #276 for Colt.

Is Kai or Colt more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Colt at #276 in the United States.

What do Kai and Colt mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Colt means "frisky, energetic youth" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Colt boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Colt is primarily a boy name.