Castor Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Castor

"A taxonomic genus within the family Castoridae – beavers."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2016 👥 366 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A taxonomic genus within the family Castoridae – beavers.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
366
Life Path
Number 22

📖 What Does Castor Mean?

Castor most commonly refers to:Castor (star), a star in the Gemini constellation Castor, a genus name of the beaver Castor, one of the Dioscuri/Gemini twins Castor and Pollux in Greco-Roman mythology Caster or castor, a small undriven wheel

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Castor most commonly refers to:Castor (star), a star in the Gemini constellation Castor, a genus name of the beaver Castor, one of the Dioscuri/Gemini twins Castor and Pollux in Greco-Roman mythology Caster or castor, a small undriven wheel

Root Element
Castor
Core Meaning
"A taxonomic genus within the family Castoridae – beavers."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Castor

C 3
A 1
S 1
T 2
O 6
R 9
SUM 22
22
Life Path
Master Builder
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 22 — Master Builder: Exceptional potential to turn dreams into reality.

📊 Castor in Numbers

366 US bearers
2016 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Castor" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A taxonomic genus within the family Castoridae – beavers.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~366 people named Castor in the US. Peaked in 2016 with 29 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Castor?

The Life Path number for Castor is 22, associated with Master Builder. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 6.

Is Castor a boy or girl name?

Castor is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Castor in the US?

Approximately 366 people in the United States are named Castor. The name peaked in 2016 with 29 recorded uses.

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