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Cass vs Light

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cass

Boy #5,414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hollow, vain (from Latin Cassius)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,414
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cass Rank #5,414
Light Rank #5,561

Cass is more popular, ranked #5414 vs #5561 for Light.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cass or Light more popular?

Cass is more popular, ranked #5414 compared to Light at #5561 in the United States.

What do Cass and Light mean?

Cass means "hollow, vain (from Latin Cassius)" (Latin origin). Light means "illumination, radiance" (Old English (lēoht) origin).

Are Cass and Light boy or girl names?

Cass is primarily a boy name. Light is primarily a boy name.

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