Kai vs Laramie

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

Kai Rank #76
Laramie Rank #1,089

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #1089 for Laramie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kai ___

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

Laramie ___

  • Laramie Grace
  • Laramie Jo
  • Laramie Faith
  • Laramie Skye
  • Laramie Mae
  • Laramie Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Laramie

Cheyenne Dakota Cody Shiloh Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Laramie more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Laramie at #1089 in the United States.

What do Kai and Laramie mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Laramie means "canopy of leafy boughs" (Old French origin).

Are Kai and Laramie boy or girl names?

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

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