Cai
girl name#8362 in 2025Cai entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #3778 in 2020, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1996–2025
#8362
rank today
#3778
peak (2020)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #10412 |
| 2000s | #10265 |
| 2010s | #5932 |
| 2020s | #5727 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cai has been most popular in TX, CA, GA.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Cai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cai is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cai in 2025?
- Cai ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cai most popular?
- Cai peaked in 2020, reaching #3778 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cai with classmates?
- Cai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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