Castor: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A shining star child of the heavenly twins.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #4001
- Peak
- #3696 in 2016
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Castor Means
Castor is a boy name of English origin. A shining star child of the heavenly twins.
How Popular Castor Is
Castor currently ranks #4001 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3696 in 2016. It is rising.
Good to Know About Castor
- Castor has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Castor is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Castor
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Castor
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Castor.
Questions About Castor
What does Castor mean?
Castor is a boy name of English origin. A shining star child of the heavenly twins.
How popular is Castor?
Castor currently ranks #4001 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3696 in 2016. It is rising.
Where does Castor come from?
Castor comes from English roots. Castor has been gaining popularity in recent years.
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