Gaius Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gaius Name at a Glance

Name	Gaius
Meaning	To rejoice. Famous bearer: Roman dictator Gaius Julius Caesar.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Gaius Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gaius means “To rejoice. Famous bearer: Roman dictator Gaius Julius Caesar”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Gaius Name Origin

Our database records Gaius under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Gaius a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Gaius is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Gaius

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