Zayden 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

Zayden Rank #202
Kai Rank #76

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #202 for Zayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zayden or Kai more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Zayden at #202 in the United States.

What do Zayden and Kai mean?

Zayden means "modern coined name" (American English origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Zayden and Kai boy or girl names?

Zayden is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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