Name comparison · girl names
Kaia vs. Kailani
In 2025, Kaia leads at #193 among U.S. girls' names, with Kailani at #253. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Kaia | Kailani |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #193 | #253 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,618 | 1,215 |
| All-time peak | #180 in 2024 | #222 in 2022 |
| Uniqueness score | 28 / 100 | 32 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Hawaii (#7) | Hawaii (#15) |