Kai vs Lexie

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
Lexie Rank #1,131

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #1131 for Lexie.

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

Lexie ___

  • Lexie Grace
  • Lexie Marie
  • Lexie Anne
  • Lexie Rose
  • Lexie Paige
  • Lexie Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Lexie

Zoe Ella Max Chloe Theo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Lexie more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Lexie at #1131 in the United States.

What do Kai and Lexie mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Lexie means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Kai and Lexie boy or girl names?

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

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