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Meaning of the Name

A short form of names such as Calvin, Caleb and Callum. From the French surname Cauvin, from the Latin calvus, bald. It became a given name in honor of John Calvin, the 16th-century Protestant reformer. Famous bearers include President Calvin Coolidge and the designer Calvin Klein.
Gender
Unisex (boy and girl)
Origin
English

Questions and answers about the name Cal

What does the name Cal mean?

The meaning of the name Cal: A short form of names such as Calvin, Caleb and Callum. From the French surname Cauvin, from the Latin calvus, bald. It became a given name in honor of John Calvin, the 16th-century Protestant reformer. Famous bearers include President Calvin Coolidge and the designer Calvin Klein.

What is the origin of the name Cal?

The name Cal is of English origin.

Is Cal a name for a boy or a girl?

Cal is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.