Boys name · New York
Kai in New York
Kai was the 78th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 222 babies named Kai that year. Since 1968, New York families have named 3,860 babies Kai.
Popularity over time
Kai in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 | 883rd |
| 1978 | 8 | 861st |
| 1989 | 10 | 916th |
| 1996 | 19 | 624th |
| 2003 | 78 | 231st |
| 2010 | 101 | 189th |
| 2018 | 161 | 130th |
| 2025 | 222 | 78th |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 883rd in 1968 to 78th in 2025.
The most babies named Kai in New York in a single year was 267, in 2022. Its best showing was 65th among boys names in 2022.
Across the country, Kai reached its best rank of 2nd in Hawaii (2021). See Kai in every state →
How popular is Kai in New York?
Kai was the 78th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 222 babies named Kai that year. Since 1968, New York families have named 3,860 babies Kai.
How many babies are named Kai in New York?
In 2025, 222 babies were named Kai in New York. The most babies named Kai in New York in a single year was 267, in 2022.
What is the rank of Kai in New York?
Kai ranked 78th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 65th among boys names in 2022.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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