Cal vs Keegan

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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Keegan

Boy #595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Egan, little fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin)

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#595
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cal Rank #671
Keegan Rank #595

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 vs #671 for Cal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cal or Keegan more popular?

Keegan is more popular, ranked #595 compared to Cal at #671 in the United States.

What do Cal and Keegan mean?

Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin). Keegan means "son of Egan, little fire" (Irish Gaelic (Mac Aodhagáin) origin).

Are Cal and Keegan boy or girl names?

Cal is primarily a boy name. Keegan is primarily a boy name.

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