Cambridge
Pronunciation: [ k-AYMBR-ihj ]
Cambridge is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,818 in the US, popular nicknames include Cam, Cay, and Camie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Cambridge first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 80 babies have been named Cambridge in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cambridge is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,818 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,818
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Cambridge is also used as a girl name, ranked #54959.
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About the Name Cambridge
Cambridge is a boy name .
Is Cambridge a boy or girl name? Cambridge is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #26,818 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #54,959. Cambridge is more commonly used as a boy name.
Cambridge is currently ranked #26,818 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cambridge include Cam, Cay, Camie, and Cambie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis