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Cassian vs Layne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Layne

Boy #697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"a narrow road or lane"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#697
Total SSA Count
387
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cassian Rank #617
Layne Rank #697

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 vs #697 for Layne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassian or Layne more popular?

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 compared to Layne at #697 in the United States.

What do Cassian and Layne mean?

Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Layne means "a narrow road or lane" (Old English origin).

Are Cassian and Layne boy or girl names?

Cassian is primarily a boy name. Layne is primarily a boy name.

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