Ryder vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ryder

Boy #134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"horseman, knight"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Ryder Rank #134

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #134 for Ryder.

Is Ryder or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ryder at #134 in the United States.

What do Ryder and Kai mean?

Ryder means "horseman, knight" (Old English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Ryder and Kai boy or girl names?

Ryder is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.