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Kay vs Koa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kay

Boy #6,417 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rejoice; pure"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,417
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kay Rank #6,417
Koa Rank #292

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #6417 for Kay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kay or Koa more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Kay at #6417 in the United States.

What do Kay and Koa mean?

Kay means "rejoice; pure" (Latin origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Kay and Koa boy or girl names?

Kay is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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