Cabell
Pronunciation: [ k-ahb-EHL ]
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Cabell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 17 babies have been named Cabell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cabell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,182 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,182
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Cabell
Cabell is a boy name .
Cabell is currently ranked #20,182 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cabell include Cab, Cabe, Cabey, Cabeie, Cay, Caie, and Cabkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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