Kai vs Ryan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

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Kai Rank #76

Ryan Rank #87

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #87 for Ryan.

Is Kai or Ryan more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ryan at #87 in the United States.

What do Kai and Ryan mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin).

Are Kai and Ryan boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Ryan is primarily a boy name.