Declining since 2020, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Caz since 1989
Babies named Caz per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 48 |
Meaning & origin
Caz is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989. It was most popular in 2019, its peak year, but has been declining since 2020. In 2025, it ranked 7,679, with only about 1 in 170,808 boys receiving the name. The trajectory indicates it is currently falling in usage. Caz has no recorded top states, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. As a short, punchy name, it fits into the modern trend of minimalist names ending in 'z' like Jax and Rex. Its unclear meaning and origin make it a distinctive choice, often considered a nickname rather than a traditional given name.
The name Caz is a modern invention, likely originating as a nickname or short form of longer names such as Casper (from Persian via Latin meaning 'treasurer') or names starting with 'Cas-' like Cassidy (Irish, 'curly-headed'). Its use as a standalone given name emerged primarily in the late 20th century, reflecting the trend of creating distinctive, short names from familiar sounds.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Kaz
Sibling names for Caz
Names that share Caz's style, for a brother or sister.
