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Cal vs Johnathan

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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Popularity Comparison

Cal Rank #671
Johnathan Rank #518

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #671 for Cal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cal or Johnathan more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Cal at #671 in the United States.

What do Cal and Johnathan mean?

Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin). Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cal and Johnathan boy or girl names?

Cal is primarily a boy name. Johnathan is primarily a boy name.

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