Kai vs Karter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who transports goods by cart"

Origin: Old English occupational

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Kai Rank #76

Karter Rank #248

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #248 for Karter.

Is Kai or Karter more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Karter at #248 in the United States.

What do Kai and Karter mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Karter means "one who transports goods by cart" (Old English occupational origin).

Are Kai and Karter boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Karter is primarily a boy name.