Kai vs Nathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #62 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"he gave"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kai Rank #76

Nathan Rank #62

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #76 for Kai.

Is Kai or Nathan more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Kai and Nathan mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Nathan boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Nathan is primarily a boy name.