Gender: Male
Origin: Polynesian/Hawaiian, Hawaiian
Meaning: To Rejoice, Fire, Pure, Strong and adaptable
Pronunciation: Kai, /kaɪ/, K AY
Popularity Rank: #2,207
From the Hawaiian word for "sea" or "ocean", Kai is a name symbolizing strength, adaptability, and a deep connection to nature.
The name Kai is of Polynesian/Hawaiian, Hawaiian origin and means To Rejoice, Fire, Pure, Strong and adaptable, with a deep connection to the sea., Earth, Victorious, Brave with Spear, Forgiveness. It is often used as a Male name and is mostly used as a First Name.
Kai is commonly found in Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America, and 89 more countries.
Phonetic Pronunciation: Kai
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet): /kaɪ/
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: K AY
K: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
AY: Pronounce as in "say" (S EY)
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At NamesLook, the name Kai is recorded 29,855 times globally, ranking it as the 2,207th most common name worldwide.
Kai is most prevalent in Germany, with 11,320 occurrences, making it the 96th most popular name in the country.
In Germany, the name Kai is found among 1 in every 32 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | #96 | 1 : 32 |
| United Kingdom | #526 | 1 : 181 |
| United States of America | #1,352 | 1 : 612 |
| Malaysia | #566 | 1 : 851 |
| Finland | #190 | 1 : 73 |
| Singapore | #312 | 1 : 480 |
| Hong Kong | #364 | 1 : 396 |
| Netherlands | #1,003 | 1 : 481 |
| Canada | #1,039 | 1 : 703 |
| China | #226 | 1 : 361 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Kai from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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Last Updated: May 24, 2024 05:02 PM (GMT + 5.30)
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