Kai vs Oscar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #217 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God's spear"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Oscar Rank #217

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #217 for Oscar.

Is Kai or Oscar more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Oscar at #217 in the United States.

What do Kai and Oscar mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Oscar boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Oscar is primarily a boy name.