UnisexIrish origin

Cael: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A slender warrior of quiet strength.

Origin
Irish
Syllables
1
Current rank
#2490
Peak
#778 in 2002

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1989: #570019891990: #827419902000: #281120002005: #85320052010: #84020102015: #124720152020: #24902020#1#8274

What Cael Means

Cael is a unisex name of Irish origin. A slender warrior of quiet strength.

How Popular Cael Is

Cael currently ranks #2490 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #778 in 2002. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Cael

  • At its most popular, Cael reached #778 in the U.S. in 2002.
  • Cael is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Cael is a name with Celtic Irish roots.

Names Like Cael

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Sibling Names for Cael

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Questions About Cael

What does Cael mean?

Cael is a unisex name of Irish origin. A slender warrior of quiet strength.

How popular is Cael?

Cael currently ranks #2490 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #778 in 2002. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Cael come from?

Cael comes from Irish roots. At its most popular, Cael reached #778 in the U.S. in 2002.

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