Boys name · Washington
Kai in Washington
Kai was the 68th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 105 babies named Kai that year. Since 1980, Washington families have named 2,453 babies Kai.
Popularity over time
Kai in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 | 459th |
| 1991 | 6 | 569th |
| 1997 | 15 | 343rd |
| 2003 | 49 | 164th |
| 2008 | 85 | 112th |
| 2014 | 77 | 126th |
| 2019 | 127 | 59th |
| 2025 | 105 | 68th |
Its rank among boys names in Washington climbed from 459th in 1980 to 68th in 2025.
The most babies named Kai in Washington in a single year was 140, in 2021. Its best showing was 41st among boys names in 2021.
Across the country, Kai reached its best rank of 2nd in Hawaii (2021). See Kai in every state →
How popular is Kai in Washington?
Kai was the 68th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 105 babies named Kai that year. Since 1980, Washington families have named 2,453 babies Kai.
How many babies are named Kai in Washington?
In 2025, 105 babies were named Kai in Washington. The most babies named Kai in Washington in a single year was 140, in 2021.
What is the rank of Kai in Washington?
Kai ranked 68th among boys names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was 41st among boys names in 2021.
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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