Kai vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Kai Rank #76

Eric Rank #252

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Kai or Eric more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Kai and Eric mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kai and Eric boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.