Basil vs Cai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Basil

Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,906 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rejoice, delight"

Origin: Latin via Welsh

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Basil Rank #2,026

Cai Rank #1,906

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 vs #2026 for Basil.

Is Basil or Cai more popular?

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 compared to Basil at #2026 in the United States.

What do Basil and Cai mean?

Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin). Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin).

Are Basil and Cai boy or girl names?

Basil is primarily a boy name. Cai is primarily a boy name.