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Eugene vs Caius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Eugene Rank #871
Caius Rank #1,063

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 vs #1063 for Caius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Caius more popular?

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 compared to Caius at #1063 in the United States.

What do Eugene and Caius mean?

Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin). Caius means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Eugene and Caius boy or girl names?

Eugene is primarily a boy name. Caius is primarily a boy name.

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