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Shepard vs Caius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shepard Rank #942
Caius Rank #1,063

Shepard is more popular, ranked #942 vs #1063 for Caius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shepard or Caius more popular?

Shepard is more popular, ranked #942 compared to Caius at #1063 in the United States.

What do Shepard and Caius mean?

Shepard means "shepherd, one who tends sheep" (Old English origin). Caius means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Shepard and Caius boy or girl names?

Shepard is primarily a boy name. Caius is primarily a boy name.

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