Kai vs Stephen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Kai Rank #76

Stephen Rank #378

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #378 for Stephen.

Is Kai or Stephen more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Kai and Stephen mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Kai and Stephen boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Stephen is primarily a boy name.