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Cai vs Chad

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cai

Boy #1,906 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rejoice, delight"

Origin: Latin via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Chinese English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,906
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Chad

Boy #1,812 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"warrior, battle"

Origin: Old English/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,812
Total SSA Count
90
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cai Rank #1,906
Chad Rank #1,812

Chad is more popular, ranked #1812 vs #1906 for Cai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai or Chad more popular?

Chad is more popular, ranked #1812 compared to Cai at #1906 in the United States.

What do Cai and Chad mean?

Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin). Chad means "warrior, battle" (Old English/Brythonic origin).

Are Cai and Chad boy or girl names?

Cai is primarily a boy name. Chad is primarily a boy name.

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