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Kai vs Crew

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Crew Rank #250

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #250 for Crew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Crew more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Crew at #250 in the United States.

What do Kai and Crew mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Crew means "group, team, company of people" (Old French via English origin).

Are Kai and Crew boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Crew is primarily a boy name.

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