Cael
boy name#1942 in 2025Cael entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #777 in 2002, ranks #1942 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1989–2025
#1942
rank today
#777
peak (2002)
79
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5615 |
| 1990s | #6990 |
| 2000s | #1178 |
| 2010s | #1408 |
| 2020s | #2619 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cael has been most popular in IA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 3,700 people named Cael are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cael alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cael in 2025?
- Cael ranks #1942 among US boy names in 2025, with 79 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cael most popular?
- Cael peaked in 2002, reaching #777 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cael with classmates?
- Cael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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