Kai vs Jonah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dove"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kai Rank #76

Jonah Rank #126

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #126 for Jonah.

Is Kai or Jonah more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Jonah at #126 in the United States.

What do Kai and Jonah mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Jonah means "dove" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Jonah boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Jonah is primarily a boy name.