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Ryker 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ryker Rank #183
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #183 for Ryker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ryker or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Ryker at #183 in the United States.

What do Ryker and Kai mean?

Ryker means "rich, powerful" (Dutch origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Ryker and Kai boy or girl names?

Ryker is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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