Cal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkal / /kæl/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'bald'; English: diminutive of names like Calvin or Callum
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cal has roots in Latin, where it means 'bald.' It is often used as a diminutive form of longer names such as Calvin or Callum. In English-speaking countries, it has gained popularity as a standalone name. The name is associated with a straightforward and strong character.
Trend Summary
The name Cal has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Calvin
- Callum
International Variants
- Cal (English)
- Kal (Dutch)
Famous people named Cal
Cal Ripken Jr. is a former professional baseball player known for his record-breaking consecutive games played.
Fictional characters named Cal
Cal Kestis is the main character in the video game franchise 'Star Wars Jedi,' known for his journey as a Jedi.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cal was first seen in the United States in 1880. Cal has ranked as high as #960 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Cal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cal (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 41 | |
TX | 36 | |
UT | 33 | |
WI | 21 | |
NY | 18 | |
MN | 16 | |
MI | 15 | |
FL | 13 | |
IL | 13 | |
NE | 13 | |
WA | 13 | |
OR | 13 | |
IA | 12 | |
AZ | 12 | |
OH | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 19 |
1881 | 10 |
1882 | 16 |
1883 | 14 |
1884 | 6 |
1885 | 5 |
1886 | 7 |
1887 | 5 |
1888 | 9 |
1889 | 13 |
1890 | 13 |
1891 | 9 |
1892 | 10 |
1893 | 11 |
1894 | 9 |
1895 | 12 |
1896 | 6 |
1897 | 9 |
1898 | 8 |
1900 | 10 |
1902 | 8 |
1903 | 6 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 11 |
1907 | 6 |
1908 | 5 |
1909 | 5 |
1910 | 10 |
1911 | 8 |
1912 | 7 |
1913 | 17 |
1914 | 20 |
1915 | 26 |
1916 | 11 |
1917 | 29 |
1918 | 29 |
1919 | 19 |
1920 | 22 |
1921 | 30 |
1922 | 23 |
1923 | 31 |
1924 | 32 |
1925 | 21 |
1926 | 30 |
1927 | 26 |
1928 | 19 |
1929 | 15 |
1930 | 19 |
1931 | 21 |
1932 | 23 |
1933 | 21 |
1934 | 23 |
1935 | 23 |
1936 | 25 |
1937 | 21 |
1938 | 17 |
1939 | 22 |
1940 | 21 |
1941 | 25 |
1942 | 26 |
1943 | 28 |
1944 | 29 |
1945 | 26 |
1946 | 27 |
1947 | 44 |
1948 | 50 |
1949 | 33 |
1950 | 34 |
1951 | 47 |
1952 | 42 |
1953 | 49 |
1954 | 49 |
1955 | 47 |
1956 | 71 |
1957 | 78 |
1958 | 61 |
1959 | 60 |
1960 | 65 |
1961 | 48 |
1962 | 51 |
1963 | 67 |
1964 | 53 |
1965 | 33 |
1966 | 43 |
1967 | 31 |
1968 | 41 |
1969 | 26 |
1970 | 37 |
1971 | 24 |
1972 | 34 |
1973 | 25 |
1974 | 28 |
1975 | 31 |
1976 | 34 |
1977 | 31 |
1978 | 20 |
1979 | 24 |
1980 | 32 |
1981 | 33 |
1982 | 28 |
1983 | 32 |
1984 | 43 |
1985 | 36 |
1986 | 36 |
1987 | 23 |
1988 | 37 |
1989 | 33 |
1990 | 41 |
1991 | 51 |
1992 | 68 |
1993 | 52 |
1994 | 47 |
1995 | 84 |
1996 | 112 |
1997 | 93 |
1998 | 72 |
1999 | 69 |
2000 | 88 |
2001 | 89 |
2002 | 95 |
2003 | 88 |
2004 | 84 |
2005 | 90 |
2006 | 85 |
2007 | 100 |
2008 | 90 |
2009 | 94 |
2010 | 88 |
2011 | 88 |
2012 | 90 |
2013 | 99 |
2014 | 129 |
2015 | 144 |
2016 | 160 |
2017 | 159 |
2018 | 150 |
2019 | 166 |
2020 | 235 |
2021 | 263 |
2022 | 343 |
2023 | 373 |
2024 | 408 |