Kanai Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-NYE / /kəˈnaɪ/Hawaiian; Japanese
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'the one who is loved'; Japanese: 'a name for a boy'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Kanai is often associated with love and affection, reflecting the importance of familial bonds. In Japan, the name Kanai can be used as a masculine name, embodying traditional values and cultural significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kanae
- Kanaiya
International Variants
- Kanai (Japanese)
- Kanaï (French)
Famous people named Kanai
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Fictional characters named Kanai
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kanai was first seen in the United States in 1999. Kanai has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Hawaii. In the past 5 years the name Kanai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kanai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 26 |