Tatum vs Kai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Tatum Rank #195

Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #195 for Tatum.

Is Tatum or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Tatum and Kai mean?

Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Tatum and Kai boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.