Charlotte 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

Charlotte Rank #4
Kai Rank #76

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #76 for Kai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

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 Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Kai more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kai at #76 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Kai mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Charlotte and Kai boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Kai is primarily a boy name.

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