Portuguese

Caio

Pronounced KYE-ooShare

Meaning: Possibly to rejoice; from Latin Gaius

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Caio is the Portuguese and Italian form of the ancient Roman name Gaius. A connection with rejoicing is often proposed, but the older derivation is uncertain.

Spellings & variants

  • Gaius
  • Caius

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Caio comes from Portuguese.

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