Cai
boy name#2108 in 2025Cai entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #1611 in 2022, ranks #2108 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
#2108
rank today
#1611
peak (2022)
69
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #6966 |
| 2000s | #3706 |
| 2010s | #2261 |
| 2020s | #1897 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cai has been most popular in FL, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,400 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 #2108 among US boy names in 2025, with 69 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cai most popular?
- Cai peaked in 2022, reaching #1611 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cai with classmates?
- Cai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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