Caio
Caio is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
To rejoice or happy; derived from the classical Roman praenomen Gaius or Caius.
Origin and history
Caio is a classical name of Latin origin, closely related to the ancient Roman name Gaius. It is widely used in Portuguese-speaking countries such as Brazil and Portugal. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice that has seen mild growth in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
722 babies in the United States have been named Caio since 1880. It ranks #3954 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1737.
States where it is most popular
- MA (44.3 %)
- CA (30.2 %)
- FL (25.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 73 |
| 2000-2010 | 209 |
| 2010-2019 | 250 |
| 2020-2029 | 190 |
Famous people named Caio
- Caio Castro: actor, model
- Caio Bonfim: athlete
Fun facts
- Caio is the modern Portuguese version of Gaius, one of the most common personal names in ancient Rome.
- While rare in the United States, Caio has long been a top-tier given name in Portuguese-speaking nations.