Cai vs Basil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cai

Boy #1,906 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rejoice, delight"

Origin: Latin via Welsh

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Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Cai Rank #1,906

Basil Rank #2,026

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

Is Cai or Basil more popular?

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

What do Cai and Basil mean?

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

Are Cai and Basil boy or girl names?

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