Cal vs Lachlan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cal

Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#671
Total SSA Count
408
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cal Rank #671
Lachlan Rank #692

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #692 for Lachlan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cal ___

  • Cal James
  • Cal Thomas
  • Cal Edward
  • Cal William
  • Cal Henry
  • Cal Owen

Lachlan ___

  • Lachlan James
  • Lachlan Ross
  • Lachlan Murray
  • Lachlan Alexander
  • Lachlan David
  • Lachlan William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cal

Milo Jasper Leo Cora Nora

If you choose Lachlan

Hamish Fergus Isla Catriona Fraser

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cal or Lachlan more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Lachlan at #692 in the United States.

What do Cal and Lachlan mean?

Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin). Lachlan means "land of lakes" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cal and Lachlan boy or girl names?

Cal is primarily a boy name. Lachlan is primarily a boy name.

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