Kayci vs Paladin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paladin

Boy #29,589 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Champion knight; defender of the palace and faith"

Origin: Old French palatinus, Latin

Cultural Roots

European Medieval American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#29,589
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pal, Adin

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kayci Rank #5,128
Paladin Rank #29,589

Kayci is more popular, ranked #5128 vs #29589 for Paladin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kayci ___

  • Kayci Marie
  • Kayci Lynn
  • Kayci Elizabeth
  • Kayci Ann
  • Kayci Grace
  • Kayci Renee

Paladin ___

  • Paladin James
  • Paladin Grey
  • Paladin Stone
  • Paladin Rhys
  • Paladin Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kayci

Brynn Reece Quinn Rylee Brady

If you choose Paladin

Avalon Roland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayci or Paladin more popular?

Kayci is more popular, ranked #5128 compared to Paladin at #29589 in the United States.

What do Kayci and Paladin mean?

Kayci means "alert, vigilant, watchful" (Irish Gaelic origin). Paladin means "Champion knight; defender of the palace and faith" (Old French palatinus, Latin origin).

Are Kayci and Paladin boy or girl names?

Kayci is primarily a girl name. Paladin is primarily a boy name.

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