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Cai vs Clive

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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Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,057
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cai Rank #1,906
Clive Rank #2,057

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai or Clive more popular?

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Cai and Clive mean?

Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Cai and Clive boy or girl names?

Cai is primarily a boy name. Clive is primarily a boy name.

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