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Kai vs Mark

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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Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Mark Rank #246

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Mark more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Kai and Mark mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Kai and Mark boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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