Kai
girl name#1053 in 2025Kai entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #768 in 2021, ranks #1053 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1953–2025
#1053
rank today
#768
peak (2021)
234
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4597 |
| 1960s | #4541 |
| 1970s | #2138 |
| 1980s | #2503 |
| 1990s | #1780 |
| 2000s | #1271 |
| 2010s | #889 |
| 2020s | #912 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kai has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 8,400 people named Kai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kai alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kai in 2025?
- Kai ranks #1053 among US girl names in 2025, with 234 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kai most popular?
- Kai peaked in 2021, reaching #768 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kai with classmates?
- Kai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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