Everything about the name CAI

Meaning, origin, history

The name Cai is of Welsh origin and means "companion" or "leader". It is a short form of the name Caine, which was brought to Wales by the Normans during the medieval period. The name has been used in Wales for centuries and has become quite popular in recent years. Despite its Welsh roots, Cai is also used as a given name in other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. It is considered a unisex name but is more commonly used for boys.

See also

WelshUnited Kingdom

Popularity of the name CAI since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The given statistics track the number of births with the name Cai in the United States annually from 1989 to 2023. Over this period, there has been a noticeable increase in the popularity of the name.

In the early years recorded (1989-1995), the number of babies named Cai remained relatively low, fluctuating between 5 and 10 births per year. However, starting from 2000, we observe a significant rise in popularity, with over 16 births each year.

The peak of popularity for the name Cai occurred recently, in 2022, with an impressive 108 births recorded that year. This marks a substantial increase compared to previous years and indicates that the name is currently trendy among American parents.

When examining the total number of births with the name Cai over this period (1989-2023), we find that there have been a cumulative 1,298 babies named Cai in the United States. This figure reflects the growing popularity and enduring appeal of the name throughout recent decades.