Cai vs Leland

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cai

Boy #1,906 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rejoice, delight"

Origin: Latin via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Chinese English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,906
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cai Rank #1,906
Leland Rank #548

Leland is more popular, ranked #548 vs #1906 for Cai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cai ___

  • Cai James
  • Cai River
  • Cai Alexander
  • Cai Thomas
  • Cai Owen
  • Cai Finn

Leland ___

  • Leland James
  • Leland Cole
  • Leland Grant
  • Leland Ray
  • Leland Thomas
  • Leland Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cai

Nia Rhys Lena Beau Seren

If you choose Leland

Wyatt Barrett Grady Magnolia Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cai or Leland more popular?

Leland is more popular, ranked #548 compared to Cai at #1906 in the United States.

What do Cai and Leland mean?

Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin). Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin).

Are Cai and Leland boy or girl names?

Cai is primarily a boy name. Leland is primarily a boy name.

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