Karis vs Kayce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kayce

Boy #420 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#420
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Case

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Karis Rank #2,185
Kayce Rank #420

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 vs #2185 for Karis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Karis ___

  • Karis Rose
  • Karis Mae
  • Karis Elizabeth
  • Karis Sophia
  • Karis Grace
  • Karis Violet

Kayce ___

  • Kayce James
  • Kayce Lee
  • Kayce Grant
  • Kayce Dean
  • Kayce Cole
  • Kayce Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Karis

Lyra Thea Cleo Cassius Phelan

If you choose Kayce

Chase Brayden Wyatt Riley Harley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karis or Kayce more popular?

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 compared to Karis at #2185 in the United States.

What do Karis and Kayce mean?

Karis means "grace, kindness" (Greek charis origin). Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Karis and Kayce boy or girl names?

Karis is primarily a girl name. Kayce is primarily a boy name.

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