Kai vs Cyrus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #255 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sun, throne"

Origin: Old Persian

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Kai Rank #76

Cyrus Rank #255

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Is Kai or Cyrus more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Kai and Cyrus mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Kai and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.