Aithana vs Kaci

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaci

Girl #2,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful in battle"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,070
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kace

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aithana Rank #2,246
Kaci Rank #2,070

Kaci is more popular, ranked #2070 vs #2246 for Aithana.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aithana ___

  • Aithana Rose
  • Aithana Brigid
  • Aithana Maeve
  • Aithana Clare
  • Aithana Faye
  • Aithana Wren

Kaci ___

  • Kaci Lynn
  • Kaci Marie
  • Kaci Ann
  • Kaci Grace
  • Kaci Nicole
  • Kaci Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aithana

Niamh Oisin Saoirse Cormac Brigid

If you choose Kaci

Brady Tatum Riley Dylan Morgan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aithana or Kaci more popular?

Kaci is more popular, ranked #2070 compared to Aithana at #2246 in the United States.

What do Aithana and Kaci mean?

Aithana means "kernel, nut" (Old Irish origin). Kaci means "alert, watchful in battle" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Aithana and Kaci boy or girl names?

Aithana is primarily a girl name. Kaci is primarily a girl name.

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