Kevin vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Kevin Rank #196

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #196 for Kevin.

Is Kevin or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Kevin at #196 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Kai mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Kevin and Kai boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.