Captain

Q: How popular is the name Captain?

Captain is ranked #7130 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ k-APT-uhn ]

Boy Name #7,130 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Captain is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-APT-uhn.

Parents who love the name Captain often also consider Ayzen, Guerdon, .

Popularity Over Time

#7,130

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,130
Total SSA Count: 12

Nicknames

Cap Cay Capie Captie

Middle Name Ideas

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Captain Damian

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Captain Brooks

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Captain Angel

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Captain Bennett

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Captain Dominic

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Captain Charles

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Captain Jayden

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Captain Adriel

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Captain Andrew

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Captain Diego

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Captain

Is Captain a boy or girl name?

Captain is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Captain?

Captain is pronounced k-APT-uhn.

How popular is the name Captain?

Captain is currently ranked #7130 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Captain?

Common nicknames for Captain include Cap, Cay, Capie, and Captie.

Is Captain a common or rare name?

Captain is an uncommon name, ranked #7130 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Captain

Captain is a boy name .

Captain is currently ranked #7,130 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Captain include Cap, Cay, Capie, and Captie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.