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Cal vs Abram

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

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Abram

Boy #712 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#712
Total SSA Count
374
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cal Rank #671
Abram Rank #712

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #712 for Abram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cal or Abram more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Abram at #712 in the United States.

What do Cal and Abram mean?

Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin). Abram means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cal and Abram boy or girl names?

Cal is primarily a boy name. Abram is primarily a boy name.

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