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Cayson vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cayson Rank #764
Houston Rank #704

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 vs #764 for Cayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayson or Houston more popular?

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Cayson at #764 in the United States.

What do Cayson and Houston mean?

Cayson means "healer (via Jason)" (Greek origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Cayson and Houston boy or girl names?

Cayson is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.

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