Cable
Boy nameCable has been given to 170 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It peaked in 2019.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
170
Peak year
2019 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1972
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cable — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cable.
Sibling name ideas for Cable
Same era and popularity as Cable, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cable?
Cable has been given to 170 babies in the U.S. since 1972. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cable peak?
Cable peaked in 2019, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Cable a girl or boy name?
Cable is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Cable are boys).
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