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Cai vs Daryl

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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Popularity Comparison

Cai Rank #1,906
Daryl Rank #2,002

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 vs #2002 for Daryl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai or Daryl more popular?

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 compared to Daryl at #2002 in the United States.

What do Cai and Daryl mean?

Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin). Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin).

Are Cai and Daryl boy or girl names?

Cai is primarily a boy name. Daryl is primarily a boy name.

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