Rory vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Rory Rank #226

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #226 for Rory.

Is Rory or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Kai mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Rory and Kai boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.