Kai vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Kai Rank #76

Silas Rank #81

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #81 for Silas.

Is Kai or Silas more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Silas at #81 in the United States.

What do Kai and Silas mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Kai and Silas boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.