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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Caius

Rejoice, Sea

Pronunciation: KAY-us (/ˈkeɪəs/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 80
Meaning
Rejoice, Sea
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Garnet
Life Path
9
Popularity Score
80
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: RedPurple

What does Caius mean?

In the New Testament, Caius is a name given to one of the Christians in the city of Dōma (3 John 1:1). The name reflects a sense of joy and happiness.

Caius in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
קאיוס
שמחה, ששון, שגלה, גיל
Greek
Γαίος
Χαιρετισμός, Γαληνή, Χαρά
Latin
Caius
Gaius, joy, happy, rejoice
English
Caius
Rejoice, happy, joyful, one who brings happiness

How to pronounce Caius

English pronunciation
KAY-us
Biblical pronunciation
Γαῖος (Gaios)
IPA notation
/ˈkeɪəs/

Numerology & personality

Indicates a humanitarian and altruistic nature

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulCourageousL = LoyalF = Faithful

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes the connection between joy and spiritual growth, as well as the vastness of the sea representing God's power.

During the early development of Christianity, the name Caius was popular among the early followers of the faith. It was recognized as a Roman name, with the root "Cai" being the Latin word for "rejoice" or "be glad." This origin holds significance for Christians as a reminder of their joy and happiness found in their faith.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: New Testament (Romans 16:23, 1 Corinthians 1:14)

Saint connection: Saint Caius

Popularity of Caius by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 93 2024
Brazil BR 65 2024
France FR 84 2024

Spelling variations of Caius

Cai

Names similar to Caius

Frequently asked questions about Caius

What does Caius mean?
Caius is a name that means 'rejoice' in Hebrew, Greek, and Latin.
Is Caius a Christianity name?
Yes, in the New Testament, Caius is a name given to one of the Christians in the city of Dōma (3 John 1:1).
How to pronounce Caius?
KAY-us
Is Caius popular today?
Yes, Caius is a popular name in Christianity and is often given to boys as a meaningful and unique name.
What is the origin of Caius?
The name Caius is derived from the Hebrew (Kaius), Greek (Kaios), and Latin (Caius), all of which mean 'rejoice'.