Bennett 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

Bennett Rank #60
Kai Rank #76

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 vs #76 for Kai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bennett ___

  • Bennett James
  • Bennett Thomas
  • Bennett Alexander
  • Bennett William
  • Bennett John
  • Bennett Charles

Kai ___

  • Kai James
  • Kai Alexander
  • Kai Michael
  • Kai Robert
  • Kai William
  • Kai Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bennett

Charlotte Eleanor Theodore Oliver Arabella

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bennett or Kai more popular?

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Bennett and Kai mean?

Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Bennett and Kai boy or girl names?

Bennett is primarily a boy name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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