Kai vs Rhett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rhett

Boy #174 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"advice, counsel"

Origin: Welsh/Dutch

Cultural Roots

American Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#174
Total SSA Count
2,134
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rhe, Rhy, Rhie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Rhett Rank #174

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #174 for Rhett.

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

Rhett ___

  • Rhett James
  • Rhett Anthony
  • Rhett Walker
  • Rhett Harrison
  • Rhett Sullivan
  • Rhett Barrett

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Rhett

Scarlett Vivienne Atticus Harper Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Rhett more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Rhett at #174 in the United States.

What do Kai and Rhett mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Rhett means "advice, counsel" (Welsh/Dutch origin).

Are Kai and Rhett boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Rhett is primarily a boy name.

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