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Stetson 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

Stetson Rank #155
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #155 for Stetson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stetson or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Stetson at #155 in the United States.

What do Stetson and Kai mean?

Stetson means "son of Stephen, crown bearer" (Old English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Stetson and Kai boy or girl names?

Stetson is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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