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Captain

"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin

BoyUnknown2 syllables

About Captain

Captain appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1883 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 371 times.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationCaptain
Syllables2

Nicknames for Captain

CaptCaptieCaptyCapCapie

Popularity in the U.S.

Captain is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Captain for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current 5Y Peak

Captain had — births in .

Middle Name Ideas

  • Captain James
  • Captain Alexander
  • Captain Reid

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Not available in SSA source data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Captain mean?

Captain means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.

Is Captain a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Captain is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..

How is Captain pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Captain.

What are common nicknames for Captain?

Popular nicknames include Capt, Captie, Capty, Cap, Capie.