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Light vs Cass

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Light

Boy #5,561 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"illumination, radiance"

Origin: Old English (lēoht)

Cultural Roots

English Modern Spiritual

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,561
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cass

Boy #5,414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hollow, vain (from Latin Cassius)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,414
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Light Rank #5,561
Cass Rank #5,414

Cass is more popular, ranked #5414 vs #5561 for Light.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Light or Cass more popular?

Cass is more popular, ranked #5414 compared to Light at #5561 in the United States.

What do Light and Cass mean?

Light means "illumination, radiance" (Old English (lēoht) origin). Cass means "hollow, vain (from Latin Cassius)" (Latin origin).

Are Light and Cass boy or girl names?

Light is primarily a boy name. Cass is primarily a boy name.

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