Kai vs Legend

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #157 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"story to be read, remarkable person"

Origin: Latin

American

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Kai Rank #76

Legend Rank #157

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #157 for Legend.

Is Kai or Legend more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Legend at #157 in the United States.

What do Kai and Legend mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Legend means "story to be read, remarkable person" (Latin origin).

Are Kai and Legend boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Legend is primarily a boy name.