Find out how popular the first name Cayson has been for the last 31 years (from 1993 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cayson by gender

Based on the last 31 years of data, Cayson is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Cayson being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 316 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Cayson.

The history of the first name Cayson

The name Cayson is a relatively modern English name, derived from the surname Casson, which itself is thought to have originated from the Old Norse word "kas" meaning cheese or curd. The name Casson was used as an occupational surname for cheesemakers or dairy workers in medieval England.

While the exact origins of the given name Cayson are unclear, it is believed to have emerged as a masculine variant of the surname Casson in the late 20th century. The addition of the "y" in the spelling may have been an attempt to give the name a more distinctive or modern sound.

There are no recorded instances of the name Cayson being used as a given name prior to the 20th century. The earliest known individual with the first name Cayson was Cayson Jacobson, a Norwegian-American baseball player who was born in 1979 and played in the minor leagues for several years in the early 2000s.

Another notable individual with the name Cayson is Cayson Hurst, an American artist and illustrator known for his work in the fantasy and science fiction genres. Hurst was born in 1985 and has contributed artwork to various books, games, and other media.

In the world of music, Cayson Renshaw is an American singer-songwriter and musician who was born in 1991. Renshaw has released several independent albums and has gained a following in the folk and Americana genres.

Cayson Ellison is an American football player who was born in 1993. He played college football at Western Kentucky University and has spent time on practice squads of several NFL teams.

Cayson Gressner is a Canadian actor and filmmaker who was born in 1995. He has appeared in several short films and independent productions, showcasing his talents both in front of and behind the camera.

While the name Cayson is relatively uncommon, it has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. However, its usage as a given name remains relatively limited compared to more traditional and well-established names.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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