Caral
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Caral first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 23 babies have been named Caral in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caral is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,163 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,163
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Caral
Caral is a girl name .
Caral is currently ranked #48,163 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caral include Car, Cay, Caie, and Carkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caral include Cara . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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