Kai vs Emmett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong, mighty"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Emmett Rank #119

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #119 for Emmett.

Is Kai or Emmett more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Kai and Emmett mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Emmett boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Emmett is primarily a boy name.