Calex
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Calex first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 21 babies have been named Calex in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Calex is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,096 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,096
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Calex
Calex is a boy name .
Calex is currently ranked #23,096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Calex include Cal, Cay, Caie, and Calkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Calex include Caleb, Calen, Cale . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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