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Jamie 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

Jamie Rank #625
Cal Rank #671

Jamie is more popular, ranked #625 vs #671 for Cal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jamie or Cal more popular?

Jamie is more popular, ranked #625 compared to Cal at #671 in the United States.

What do Jamie and Cal mean?

Jamie means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Jamie and Cal boy or girl names?

Jamie is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.

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