RisingGaining cultural share#93 boys’ name in 2025
Peak era
2022
Peak births
5,374
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
1926Peak 20222025
Quick answers about Kai
How many people are named Kai?
An estimated 69,389 living Americans are named Kai.
How rare is Kai?
Kai is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 3,768 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 29.9% from its 2022 peak. It was the #93 boys’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Kai?
The median age of a living American named Kai is approximately 9 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 16 years old.
Is Kai still popular?
Yes — Kai is currently rising in popularity, with 3,768 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2.1× higher than the previous decade.
Peak year
2022
Decline from peak
29.9%
2025
3,768
All-time
70,232
Diaspora map
Kai broke out in California, Colorado, Maryland, and Washington (1999) and became over-represented in 20 states over 24 years.
Broke out: California, Colorado, Maryland, and Washington, 1999 · over-represented in 20 states over 24 years
