Kai is a short, strong, and increasingly popular name with diverse origins and meanings. In Hawaiian, it means <i>sea</i> or <i>ocean</i>, directly linking it to the vast body of water where hurricanes originate. In Japanese, it can mean <i>ocean</i>, <i>shell</i>, or <i>restoration</i>. In Scandinavian languages, it is often a diminutive of Kaim, meaning <i>earth</i> or <i>rejoice</i>. Its global appeal and simple elegance have made it a favorite in many countries, including the US, UK, and Germany, for both boys and girls.