Kai vs Jordan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Scandinavian Japanese American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#76
Total SSA Count
4,276
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#104
Total SSA Count
3,326
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Jordan Rank #104

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #104 for Jordan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Jordan more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Jordan at #104 in the United States.

What do Kai and Jordan mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Jordan boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Jordan is primarily a boy name.

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