Caledon

Q: What is the origin of Caledon?

Caledon is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Caledon a boy name?

Caledon is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Hard or Durable"

Related to Caledon or Caledonia forms from classical geography and myth, often associated with hardness or endurance by tradition.

Themes:caledoniamythicdurablemasculine

Mythology Mythological Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Caledon

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#6500Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Caledon did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Caledon Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Caledon.

10 ideas

Calie

Nickname

Cale

Nickname

cale

Nickname

caly

Nickname

edon

Nickname

cie

Nickname

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Baby Name Lists That Include Caledon

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Caledon mean?

Caledon means "Hard or Durable". Related to Caledon or Caledonia forms from classical geography and myth, often associated with hardness or endurance by

What is the origin of Caledon?

Caledon is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Caledon?

According to the latest SSA data, Caledon is currently ranked #6500 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Caledon a boy name?

Caledon is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Caledon?

Popular nicknames for Caledon include Calie, Cale, cale, caly, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Caledon?

There are many names similar to Caledon in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Latin

Syllables3

Length7 letters

US Rank#6500

Trend→ Stable

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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