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Cassius vs Cal

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

Cassius Rank #568
Cal Rank #671

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 vs #671 for Cal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Cal more popular?

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 compared to Cal at #671 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Cal mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Cassius and Cal boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.

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