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Cap

Pronunciation: [ k-AP ]

Boy Name #37,747 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Cap is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AP.

Parents who love the name Cap often also consider Cygnus, Lu, Helen .

Popularity Over Time

#37,747
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#37,747
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cap

Is Cap a boy or girl name?
Cap is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Cap?
Cap is pronounced k-AP.
How popular is the name Cap?
Cap is currently ranked #37747 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Cap a common or rare name?
Cap is an uncommon name, ranked #37747 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Cap

Cap is a boy name .

Cap is currently ranked #37,747 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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