Cal

Unisex

Meaning

faithful

Origin

French

Pronunciation

/kæl/

Traits associated with the name Cal:

Dogs named Cal tend to be loving, loyal, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Cal?

Naming your dog Cal may suggest that you are a fan of classic names, or that you have a fondness for the name Cal. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the Cal Bears, the sports teams of the University of California, Berkeley.

Is Cal a good dog name?

Cal is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Cal isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,042
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,670
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Cal is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cal was, in the past month, the 5781st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Cal is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Cal was viewed 52 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Cal's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Cal is most adored in Arkansas, South Carolina and Missouri.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Oklahoma and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Cal.

Most popular breeds named Cal:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. Golden Retriever
  3. Whippet
  4. Dachshund
  5. Boxer

Cal is found in these categories:

guard dog names
guard

Originates from "Caliber," denoting strength and reliability.

loyal dog names
loyal

Cal sounds like pal, perfect for a faithful, furry friend.

Dog names like Cal:

Short for "champion".
Fortune, Luck
Skilled hunter or huntsman.
A word short for a chipset, or a splinter. Also the diminutive form of Charles.
The name of a Scottish river; means "the keeper of the keys".
Steadfast
Cal dog name meaning

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