Cal
Cal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kĂŚl/
Meaning and origin of Cal
- A short form of the male given names Caleb, Calum or Calvin.
- A diminutive of the female given name Caroline.
How popular is Cal?
Since 1880, 10 girls and 7,858 boys in the U.S. have been named Cal (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5831 in 1954. Its highest rank for boys was #393 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #543 for boys, with 554 babies given the name.
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Cal FAQ
What does the name Cal mean?
A short form of the male given names Caleb, Calum or Calvin. A diminutive of the female given name Caroline.
How popular is the name Cal?
Since 1880, 10 girls and 7,858 boys in the U.S. have been named Cal (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5831 in 1954. Its highest rank for boys was #393 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #543 for boys, with 554 babies given the name.
Is Cal a boy or girl name?
Cal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 10 girls and 7,858 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880â2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.