Kai vs Griffin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #223 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong lord, powerful chief"

Origin: Welsh

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Kai Rank #76

Griffin Rank #223

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #223 for Griffin.

Is Kai or Griffin more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Griffin at #223 in the United States.

What do Kai and Griffin mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Griffin means "strong lord, powerful chief" (Welsh origin).

Are Kai and Griffin boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Griffin is primarily a boy name.