Cable Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-buhl / /ˈkeɪbəl/English; Latin
Meaning
English: cable; Latin: rope, chain
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cable is derived from the English word for a strong rope or chain. It has also been used as a surname, which may have originated from a nickname for someone who worked with cables or ropes. In modern contexts, it is often associated with technology and telecommunications. The name has gained some popularity as a given name in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Cable has seen limited use as a given name, with occasional spikes in popularity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cable was first seen in the United States in 1972. Cable has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Cable has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 8 |