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Cam vs Mars

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cam

Boy #1,426 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"winding river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,426
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mars

Boy #1,455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"god of war"

Origin: Latin/Roman

Cultural Roots

Roman English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,455
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cam Rank #1,426
Mars Rank #1,455

Cam is more popular, ranked #1426 vs #1455 for Mars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cam or Mars more popular?

Cam is more popular, ranked #1426 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do Cam and Mars mean?

Cam means "winding river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Cam and Mars boy or girl names?

Cam is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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