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Kai vs Patrick

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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Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Patrick Rank #221

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #221 for Patrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Patrick more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Patrick at #221 in the United States.

What do Kai and Patrick mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Kai and Patrick boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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