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Chad vs Cai

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

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Popularity Comparison

Chad Rank #1,812
Cai Rank #1,906

Chad is more popular, ranked #1812 vs #1906 for Cai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chad or Cai more popular?

Chad is more popular, ranked #1812 compared to Cai at #1906 in the United States.

What do Chad and Cai mean?

Chad means "warrior, battle" (Old English/Brythonic origin). Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin).

Are Chad and Cai boy or girl names?

Chad is primarily a boy name. Cai is primarily a boy name.

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