Declining since 2013, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Kitai since 2013
Babies named Kitai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 174 |
| 2020s | 108 |
Meaning & origin
Kitai is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2013, a year that marks its earliest recorded use. It reached its peak rank in 2014 (though exact rank not provided) before entering a falling trajectory, and by 2025 it sat at rank 5,861 with a rarity factor of 1 in 113,872 births. The name's origin is unclear; it may draw from Japanese 'kita' meaning 'north' or be a contemporary invention blending fashionable sounds. Its brief history and low usage suggest it remains a highly uncommon choice. While no top states are associated with its distribution, the name's novelty gives it a distinct, modern feel.
The name Kitai is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2013. It may derive from the Japanese word 'kita' (北) meaning 'north', or it could be a variation of the name Kita, which has roots in various cultures. Alternatively, it may be a creative respelling of the name Kite or a combination of popular phonetic elements.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kit
Sibling names for Kitai
Names that share Kitai's style, for a brother or sister.
