Rhett vs Kai

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

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Popularity Comparison

Rhett Rank #174
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #174 for Rhett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhett or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Rhett at #174 in the United States.

What do Rhett and Kai mean?

Rhett means "advice, counsel" (Welsh/Dutch origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Rhett and Kai boy or girl names?

Rhett is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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