Kai vs Hudson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

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Kai Rank #76

Hudson Rank #22

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Kai or Hudson more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Hudson mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin).

Are Kai and Hudson boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Hudson is primarily a boy name.