Kai vs Jackson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Jack"

Origin: English patronymic surname

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Kai Rank #76

Jackson Rank #35

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Kai or Jackson more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Jackson mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin).

Are Kai and Jackson boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Jackson is primarily a boy name.