Cabell
Pronunciation: [ k-ahb-EHL ]
Cabell is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,182 in the US, popular nicknames include Cab, Cay, and Cabie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
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
Nicknames
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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, Cay, Cabie, and Cabeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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