Caia
KAH-yah
Caia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Gaia, derived from the Greek word 'Ge', meaning 'earth'.”. It currently ranks #2131 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.
What Caia Means
“A variant of Gaia, derived from the Greek word 'Ge', meaning 'earth'.”
The Story of Caia
This name is grounded like the earth itself, a powerful connection to nature that will be your daughter's inheritance.
Caia is a variant of Gaia, a name derived from the ancient Greek word 'Ge,' meaning 'earth.' In Greek mythology, Gaia is the primordial goddess of the Earth, the mother of all life. The name's lineage is ancient, tracing back to the very foundations of Western thought and mythology, carrying a profound connection to the natural world.
There is a primal strength in the sound of 'Caia' that feels deeply maternal and nurturing for your daughter. It’s a name that connects her to the foundational elements of existence, suggesting a grounded and resilient spirit. When you whisper 'Caia,' you are invoking the deep, life-giving power of the earth itself.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Kaia Gerber
American model and actress
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#89 in 2023
Total Births
1,136
First Recorded
1979
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