Kai vs Nyra

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
Nyra Rank #1,227

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #1227 for Nyra.

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

Nyra ___

  • Nyra Rose
  • Nyra Grace
  • Nyra Jade
  • Nyra Mae
  • Nyra Claire
  • Nyra Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Nyra

Zara Lyra Rohan Arya Kira

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Nyra more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Nyra at #1227 in the United States.

What do Kai and Nyra mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Nyra means "beauty, light" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Kai and Nyra boy or girl names?

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

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