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Lane vs Cairo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lane

Boy #261 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow road, path"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#261
Total SSA Count
1,331
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lane Rank #261
Cairo Rank #356

Lane is more popular, ranked #261 vs #356 for Cairo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lane or Cairo more popular?

Lane is more popular, ranked #261 compared to Cairo at #356 in the United States.

What do Lane and Cairo mean?

Lane means "narrow road, path" (Old English origin). Cairo means "the victorious (Arabic city name)" (Arabic (Al-Qahira) origin).

Are Lane and Cairo boy or girl names?

Lane is primarily a boy name. Cairo is primarily a boy name.

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