Kai vs Tate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #210 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cheerful, pleasant"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Tate Rank #210

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #210 for Tate.

Is Kai or Tate more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Kai and Tate mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Tate boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.