Kai vs Kingston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #178 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king's town"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Kingston Rank #178

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #178 for Kingston.

Is Kai or Kingston more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do Kai and Kingston mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Kingston boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Kingston is primarily a boy name.