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Kai

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kye'kie'1 syllable
🇺🇸Hawaiian
Adventurous

MEANING

Sea

ORIGIN

Hawaii

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Hawaiian word 'kai' meaning 'sea'

CULTURAL NOTES

In Hawaiian culture, the sea is a vital part of life and holds spiritual significance.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in Hawaiian culture for centuries, often as a name for individuals with a connection to the ocean.

🇯🇵Japanese
Clear

MEANING

Shell

ORIGIN

Japan

ETYMOLOGY

Comes from the Japanese word 'kai' meaning 'shell'

CULTURAL NOTES

Shells are often seen as symbols of protection and beauty in Japanese culture.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

In Japan, names with natural elements are popular and carry deep meanings.

🌐Scandinavian
Calm

MEANING

Rejoice

ORIGIN

Scandinavia

ETYMOLOGY

Rooted in Old Norse 'kárr', meaning 'curly' or 'rejoice'

CULTURAL NOTES

Used historically among Viking communities, often associated with joy.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Old Norse names were often used to convey personality traits or desired futures for children.

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FAQs About Kai

The name Kai means "Sea" in Hawaiian, "Shell" in Japanese, "Rejoice" in Scandinavian.
Kai has Hawaii and Japan and Scandinavia origins. Derived from the Hawaiian word 'kai' meaning 'sea'
Kai is pronounced kye (kie). It has 1 syllable.
On Naymt, every name is color-coded by gender: green indicates a "masculine" name (one that has only ever appeared in the boys' top 1000 since 1880), purple indicates a "feminine" name (only in the girls' top 1000), and yellow indicates a "neutral" name (one that has appeared in the top 1000 for both genders at some point in history).
Popular nicknames for Kai include Kai-Kai, Ky.
Some middle name ideas for Kai include Avery, Rowan, Jordan, Quinn, Taylor.
Sibling name ideas that pair well with Kai include Liam, Ava, Noah, Mia.
The most common spelling is Kai. Alternative spellings include Kye, Cai.