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Myron vs Gaius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myron

Boy #1,695 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant oil"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,695
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gaius

Boy #3,655 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to rejoice, happy, glad"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman Latin English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,655
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Myron Rank #1,695
Gaius Rank #3,655

Myron is more popular, ranked #1695 vs #3655 for Gaius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myron or Gaius more popular?

Myron is more popular, ranked #1695 compared to Gaius at #3655 in the United States.

What do Myron and Gaius mean?

Myron means "myrrh, fragrant oil" (Greek origin). Gaius means "to rejoice, happy, glad" (Latin origin).

Are Myron and Gaius boy or girl names?

Myron is primarily a boy name. Gaius is primarily a boy name.

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