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Kaj vs Shad

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaj

Boy #6,083 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to rejoice"

Origin: Latin (Caius/Gaius)

Cultural Roots

Danish Swedish Norwegian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,083
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaj Rank #6,083
Shad Rank #5,928

Shad is more popular, ranked #5928 vs #6083 for Kaj.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaj or Shad more popular?

Shad is more popular, ranked #5928 compared to Kaj at #6083 in the United States.

What do Kaj and Shad mean?

Kaj means "to rejoice" (Latin (Caius/Gaius) origin). Shad means "rejoicing in the way" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kaj and Shad boy or girl names?

Kaj is primarily a boy name. Shad is primarily a boy name.

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