Kai vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kai Rank #76

Jesse Rank #187

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #187 for Jesse.

Is Kai or Jesse more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Kai and Jesse mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Jesse boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.