Kai vs Tatum

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Kai Rank #76

Tatum Rank #195

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #195 for Tatum.

Is Kai or Tatum more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Kai and Tatum mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Tatum boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.