Steven vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Steven

Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Steven Rank #269

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Steven or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Steven and Kai mean?

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

Are Steven and Kai boy or girl names?

Steven is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.