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Cam vs Smith

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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Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cam Rank #1,426
Smith Rank #1,580

Cam is more popular, ranked #1426 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cam or Smith more popular?

Cam is more popular, ranked #1426 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Cam and Smith mean?

Cam means "winding river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Cam and Smith boy or girl names?

Cam is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.

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