Caio
Meaning of Caio
Caio is a male name with Italian and Portuguese origins. In Italian, it is pronounced as KAH-yoh (/ka.ˈjo/), while in Portuguese, it is pronounced as KIE-oh (/ki.ˈaw/). This name has variations such as Cayo. Caio has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1990, though its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent years, it has been moderately popular, with around 24 to 34 occurrences per year. While not among the most common names, Caio carries a sense of uniqueness and international flair that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as KAH-yoh (/ka.ˈjo/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as KIE-oh (/ki.ˈaw/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Caio
| Caio Fernando Abreu, a highly influential Brazilian writer in the 1970s and 1980s, was known for his originality and impact on literature. |
| Caio Henrique Oliveira Silva, also known as Caio Henrique, is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays for Ligue 1 club Monaco and the Brazil national team. |
| Caio Kai Koch-Weser is a prominent German economist, civil servant, and business executive, known for his extensive experience in the World Bank and as a former Secretary of State in the Federal Ministry of Finance. |
| Caio Rangel da Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer known for playing as a right winger for Chapecoense. |
| Caio Blat de Oliveira is a Brazilian actor known for his work in film, television, and theater. |
| Caio Bonfim - Caio Oliveira de Sena Bonfim is a Brazilian racewalker who won bronze at the 2017 and 2023 World Championships and finished 4th at the 2016 Olympic Games. |
| Caio Godoy Ormenese is a Brazilian road cyclist riding for UCI Continental team Swift Carbon Pro Cycling Brasil. |
| Caio Marcelo Pinheiro da Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer currently playing as a centre-back for South Korean club Hwaseong. |
| Caio de Castro Castanheira is a Brazilian actor, model, and amateur racing driver known for competing in the Porsche GT3 Carrera Cup Series. |
| Caio Campos Souza is a Brazilian male artistic gymnast who made history as the first Brazilian gymnast to win medals at every apparatus at the FIG World Cups and has competed at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships and the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
| Caio Horowicz is a Brazilian actor known for his role in the Netflix series "Boca a Boca" and has won awards for his performances. |
| Caio Henrique da Silva Dantas, also known as Caio Dantas, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a forward for Vila Nova, on loan from Água Santa. |
| Caio César da Silva Silveira, also known as Caio César, is a Brazilian professional footballer currently playing for Japanese club V-Varen Nagasaki. |
| Caio César Alves dos Santos, also known as Caio, is a Brazilian professional football player currently playing as an attacking midfielder for Desportivo Brasil. |
| Caio Monteiro Costa, also known as Caio Monteiro, is a Brazilian footballer and forward for Nova Venécia. |
