Kai vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Kai Rank #76

Steven Rank #269

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Kai or Steven more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Kai and Steven mean?

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

Are Kai and Steven boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.