Cal vs Shamon

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
Shamon Rank #28,409

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #28409 for Shamon.

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

Shamon ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cal

Milo Jasper Leo Cora Nora

If you choose Shamon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cal or Shamon more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Shamon at #28409 in the United States.

What do Cal and Shamon mean?

Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Cal and Shamon boy or girl names?

Cal is primarily a boy name. Shamon is primarily a boy name.

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