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Kai vs Logan

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

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Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Logan Rank #46

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 vs #76 for Kai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Logan more popular?

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Logan mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Kai and Logan boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Logan is primarily a boy name.

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