Kai vs Phoenix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #275 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark red, crimson"

Origin: Greek

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Kai Rank #76

Phoenix Rank #275

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #275 for Phoenix.

Is Kai or Phoenix more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Phoenix at #275 in the United States.

What do Kai and Phoenix mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Phoenix means "dark red, crimson" (Greek origin).

Are Kai and Phoenix boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Phoenix is primarily a boy name.