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Ervin 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

Ervin Rank #1,939
Cai Rank #1,906

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 vs #1939 for Ervin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ervin or Cai more popular?

Cai is more popular, ranked #1906 compared to Ervin at #1939 in the United States.

What do Ervin and Cai mean?

Ervin means "honor-friend" (Old High German origin). Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin).

Are Ervin and Cai boy or girl names?

Ervin is primarily a boy name. Cai is primarily a boy name.

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