Kai: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: KY · 1 syllable
Everything about the name Kai: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Sea»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Hawaiian
Popularity
73 out of 100
About the Name Kai
Kai is a boy's name with Hawaiian roots, traditionally understood to mean "Sea." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced KY, Kai runs to 1 syllable and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Kai is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Kaii, Kye.
Today Kai is a steadily chosen option, with a popularity score of 73 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as nature, modern. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Kai.
Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Kai mean?+
The name Kai means "Sea".
What is the origin of the name Kai?+
Kai is a name of Hawaiian origin.
Is Kai a girl or boy name?+
Kai is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Kai?+
Kai is pronounced KY (1 syllable).
Is Kai a popular name?+
Kai is a steadily chosen option, scoring 73 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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