Stephen 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

Stephen Rank #378
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #378 for Stephen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stephen or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Kai mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Stephen and Kai boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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