Melvin vs Caius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#876
Total SSA Count
275
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Melvin Rank #876
Caius Rank #1,063

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 vs #1063 for Caius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melvin or Caius more popular?

Melvin is more popular, ranked #876 compared to Caius at #1063 in the United States.

What do Melvin and Caius mean?

Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin). Caius means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Melvin and Caius boy or girl names?

Melvin is primarily a boy name. Caius is primarily a boy name.

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