Kai vs Emerson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #270 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Emery"

Origin: English surname

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Kai Rank #76

Emerson Rank #270

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #270 for Emerson.

Is Kai or Emerson more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Emerson at #270 in the United States.

What do Kai and Emerson mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Emerson means "son of Emery" (English surname origin).

Are Kai and Emerson boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Emerson is primarily a boy name.