Castiel
Meaning
"speed of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #817
- Total SSA Count
- 306
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Cas, Cass
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"speed of God"
Origin: Hebrew
"son of Judd"
Origin: English
Castiel is more popular, ranked #817 vs #957 for Judson.
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Castiel is more popular, ranked #817 compared to Judson at #957 in the United States.
Castiel means "speed of God" (Hebrew origin). Judson means "son of Judd" (English origin).
Castiel is primarily a boy name. Judson is primarily a boy name.