Caius vs Carl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carl

Boy #1,035 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"free man"

Origin: Old High German 'karl'

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,035
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Caius Rank #1,063
Carl Rank #1,035

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 vs #1063 for Caius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caius or Carl more popular?

Carl is more popular, ranked #1035 compared to Caius at #1063 in the United States.

What do Caius and Carl mean?

Caius means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin origin). Carl means "free man" (Old High German 'karl' origin).

Are Caius and Carl boy or girl names?

Caius is primarily a boy name. Carl is primarily a boy name.

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