Kai vs Tucker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Scandinavian Japanese American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#76
Total SSA Count
4,276
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Tucker

Boy #200 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth fuller, fabric tucker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#200
Total SSA Count
1,781
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Tucker Rank #200

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #200 for Tucker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Tucker more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Tucker at #200 in the United States.

What do Kai and Tucker mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Tucker means "cloth fuller, fabric tucker" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Tucker boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Tucker is primarily a boy name.

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