Gaius Boy
Origin(s)
Latin
Meaning
rejoice
Historical & Cultural Background
Gaius is a traditional Roman praenomen, or given name, commonly used in ancient Rome. It was borne by several notable figures in Roman history, including Gaius Julius Caesar. The name has been associated with leadership and authority in Roman culture. In modern times, it remains a name of interest for those studying classical history.
Trend Summary
The name Gaius has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gai
- Gaius
International Variants
- Gayo (Spanish)
- Gaius (Italian)
- Gai (French)
Famous people named Gaius
Gaius Julius Caesar was a Roman general and statesman known for his pivotal role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic.
Gaius Octavius, also known as Augustus, was the first Roman emperor and played a crucial role in the establishment of the Roman Empire.
Gaius Plinius Secundus, commonly known as Pliny the Elder, was a Roman author and naturalist known for his encyclopedic work 'Natural History.'.
Gaius Marius was a Roman general and statesman who held the office of consul an unprecedented seven times.
Fictional characters named Gaius
Gaius Baltar is a character in the television series 'Battlestar Galactica,' known for his complex moral dilemmas and political maneuvering.
Gaius is a character in the video game 'Dark Souls,' serving as a merchant and providing players with various items.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gaius was first seen in the United States in 1920. Gaius has ranked as high as #1353 nationally which occurred in 2014 and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Gaius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gaius (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 31 |