Kai vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Hayes Rank #160

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #160 for Hayes.

Is Kai or Hayes more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Kai and Hayes mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Hayes boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.