Castor

Pronunciation: [ k-AST-er ]

Boy Name #7,391 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Castor is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-AST-er.

Parents who love the name Castor often also consider Carrie, Catherine, Caroline .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,391
Total SSA Count: 12

Alternative Spellings

Castiel #817 Castle #4304

Nicknames

Cas Cay Casie Castie

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Carrie Catherine Caroline Callie Carolyn Cassie Catharine Carolina

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Frequently Asked Questions About Castor

Is Castor a boy or girl name?

Castor is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Castor?

Castor is pronounced k-AST-er.

How popular is the name Castor?

Castor is currently ranked #7391 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Castor?

Common nicknames for Castor include Cas, Cay, Casie, and Castie.

Is Castor a common or rare name?

Castor is an uncommon name, ranked #7391 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Castor

Castor is a boy name .

Castor is currently ranked #7,391 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Castor include Cas, Cay, Casie, and Castie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Castor include Castiel, Castle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.