Ambrose vs Cal

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cal

Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#671
Total SSA Count
408
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ambrose Rank #744
Cal Rank #671

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #744 for Ambrose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ambrose or Cal more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Ambrose at #744 in the United States.

What do Ambrose and Cal mean?

Ambrose means "immortal, divine" (Greek origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Ambrose and Cal boy or girl names?

Ambrose is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.

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