Kai vs Ryder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"horseman, knight"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Ryder Rank #134

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #134 for Ryder.

Is Kai or Ryder more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ryder at #134 in the United States.

What do Kai and Ryder mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Ryder means "horseman, knight" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Ryder boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Ryder is primarily a boy name.