Cub Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKUB / /kʌb/English; Latin
Meaning
young bear (English); cubus (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Cub' refers to a young bear, often symbolizing innocence and playfulness. The Latin origin 'cubus' relates to a small, solid object, which can metaphorically connect to the idea of a young creature. The name has been used informally and affectionately in various cultures.
Similar Names
—
Variants
- Cubby
International Variants
—
Famous people named Cub
Cub Swanson — professional mixed martial artist.
Cub Koda — musician.
Fictional characters named Cub
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cub was first seen in the United States in 2015. Cub has ranked as high as #1375 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Cub has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cub
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 7 |