Alec vs Caius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Caius

Boy #1,063 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman British European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,063
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

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Popularity Comparison

Alec Rank #880
Caius Rank #1,063

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #1063 for Caius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Caius more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Caius at #1063 in the United States.

What do Alec and Caius mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Caius means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Alec and Caius boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Caius is primarily a boy name.

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