Kaialexander
A baby boy's name combining Kai, meaning "sea" in Hawaiian, with Alexander, meaning "defender of men" in Greek.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kaialexander. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kaialexander today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaialexander births was 2020 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaialexander. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kaialexander. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2020
5 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2020 SSA rank
#13,042
Tracked since 2020
Popularity
Kaialexander: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaialexander by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kaialexander during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaialexander
The name Kaialexander is a unique and intriguing combination of two distinct elements – "Kai" and "Alexander." This fusion of names reflects a rich tapestry of cultural influences and historical significance.
The first part of the name, "Kai," finds its roots in various languages and cultures. In Hawaiian, "Kai" means "sea" or "ocean," evoking a deep connection with nature and the vast expanse of the Pacific. It is a popular name in Polynesian cultures, where the ocean holds a sacred place in their traditions and way of life.
On the other hand, "Alexander" is a name with Greek origins, derived from the words "alexo," meaning "to defend," and "andros," meaning "man." This name has a long and storied history, dating back to ancient times when it was borne by notable figures such as Alexander the Great, the renowned Macedonian king and military leader who conquered vast territories across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The combination of these two elements, "Kai" and "Alexander," creates a unique and captivating name that bridges diverse cultural and linguistic traditions. It suggests a harmonious blend of the natural world and the human spirit, with undertones of strength, courage, and a sense of adventure.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Kaialexander or variations of it. One of the earliest recorded examples is Kaialexander of Thessaly, a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 4th century BCE and made significant contributions to the study of geometry.
In the realm of literature, Kaialexander Petronius was a Roman satirist and author who lived during the 1st century CE and is best known for his satirical novel, "Satyricon," which provides valuable insights into the decadent lifestyle of ancient Roman society.
During the Renaissance period, Kaialexander Botticelli, an Italian painter and draughtsman, left an indelible mark on the art world with his masterpieces such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera." His works exemplified the ideals of beauty and grace that characterized the Renaissance era.
In more recent times, Kaialexander Pushkin, a Russian poet, playwright, and novelist, is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in Russian literature. His works, including the novel "Eugene Onegin" and the play "Boris Godunov," have been widely acclaimed and have had a profound impact on the development of Russian language and culture.
Another notable figure is Kaialexander Fleming, the Scottish biologist and pharmacologist who discovered penicillin in 1928. His groundbreaking discovery revolutionized the field of medicine and paved the way for the development of numerous lifesaving antibiotics, earning him worldwide recognition and the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945.
These examples illustrate the rich tapestry of history and cultural influences woven into the name Kaialexander, a name that bridges diverse traditions and carries the echoes of courage, creativity, and intellectual curiosity.
People
Kaialexander + last name combinations
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Other names starting with K
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FAQ
Kaialexander: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaialexander?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaialexander going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kaialexander a common name?
We classify Kaialexander as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaialexander most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaialexander was 2020, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaialexander is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kaialexander in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kaialexander a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaialexander in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kaialexander still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kaialexander in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kaialexander can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Kaialexander?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Kaialexander on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.