Kai vs Vida

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
Vida Rank #1,023

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #1023 for Vida.

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

Vida ___

  • Vida Rose
  • Vida Luz
  • Vida Carmen
  • Vida Esperanza
  • Vida Elena
  • Vida Sofia

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Vida

Cruz Mila Felix Paloma Rafael

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Vida more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Vida at #1023 in the United States.

What do Kai and Vida mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Vida means "life" (Latin origin).

Are Kai and Vida boy or girl names?

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

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