Kai vs Renley

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

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Renley

Girl #1,171 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the raven meadow (possible)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,171
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ren, Lee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Renley Rank #1,171

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #1171 for Renley.

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

Renley ___

  • Renley Mae
  • Renley Grace
  • Renley Claire
  • Renley Rose
  • Renley Violet
  • Renley Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Renley

Brinley Wrenly Kinsley Paisley Wilder

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Renley more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Renley at #1171 in the United States.

What do Kai and Renley mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Renley means "from the raven meadow (possible)" (Old English origin).

Are Kai and Renley boy or girl names?

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

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