Cai vs Sylvan

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

Popularity Comparison

Cai Rank #1,906
Sylvan Rank #1,905

Sylvan is more popular, ranked #1905 vs #1906 for Cai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai or Sylvan more popular?

Sylvan is more popular, ranked #1905 compared to Cai at #1906 in the United States.

What do Cai and Sylvan mean?

Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin). Sylvan means "of the forest, woodland" (Latin origin).

Are Cai and Sylvan boy or girl names?

Cai is primarily a boy name. Sylvan is primarily a boy name.

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