Kai vs Jameson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of James"

Origin: English

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Kai Rank #76

Jameson Rank #118

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #118 for Jameson.

Is Kai or Jameson more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Jameson at #118 in the United States.

What do Kai and Jameson mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Jameson means "son of James" (English origin).

Are Kai and Jameson boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Jameson is primarily a boy name.