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Dash vs Caius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dash

Boy #969 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to run fast, a burst of speed"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#969
Total SSA Count
232
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Caius

Boy #1,063 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman British European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,063
Total SSA Count
205
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dash Rank #969
Caius Rank #1,063

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 vs #1063 for Caius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dash or Caius more popular?

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 compared to Caius at #1063 in the United States.

What do Dash and Caius mean?

Dash means "to run fast, a burst of speed" (Middle English origin). Caius means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Dash and Caius boy or girl names?

Dash is primarily a boy name. Caius is primarily a boy name.

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