Kanai
UnisexKanai has been given to 575 babies in the U.S. since 1999. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 46,164 boys was named Kanai.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
575
Peak year
2025 (50 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1999
10-year trend
▲ +108%
Gender split
29% girls / 71% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kanai — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kanai.
Sibling name ideas for Kanai
Same era and popularity as Kanai, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kanai?
Kanai has been given to 575 babies in the U.S. since 1999. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kanai peak?
Kanai peaked in 2025, when 50 babies were given the name.
Is Kanai a girl or boy name?
Kanai is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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