Kai vs Yuna

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
Yuna Rank #1,075

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #1075 for Yuna.

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

Yuna ___

  • Yuna Rose
  • Yuna Mae
  • Yuna Pearl
  • Yuna Violet
  • Yuna Sky
  • Yuna Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kai

Zara Nova Mila Leo Finn

If you choose Yuna

Hana Mia Sora Kai Ren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Yuna more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Yuna at #1075 in the United States.

What do Kai and Yuna mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Yuna means "sea hibiscus tree" (Okinawan origin).

Are Kai and Yuna boy or girl names?

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

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