How Many People Are Named Cabot?
Complete statistics for the name Cabot: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Cabot means 'boatman' in Old French, a rare name indeed with only 1 in 1,245,646 Americans bearing it. There are around 265 people named Cabot living in the US today, making it a very unique choice. The majority, 58%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 34All 287 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2004Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Cabot Through the Generations
Cabot, a name with roots in Old French, has seen its peak popularity in 2004 when 29 babies were given this name. Over the years, it has maintained a steady presence, though it's now on a slight decline. With an average age of 34, most Cabots are still young adults, indicating that it's a relatively new generation name. The age distribution shows a significant portion under 30, suggesting that it's becoming increasingly popular among younger parents.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Cabot's Old French roots
📄 About the Name Cabot
How Many People Have the Name Cabot?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,361 people in the United States currently share the name Cabot. That works out to roughly 1 in every 243,534 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Cabot a Common or Rare Name?
Cabot is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Cabot Mean?
Cabot means "boatman" and comes from Old French origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Cabot in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Cabot Most Popular?
The name Cabot reached peak popularity in 2004, with 29 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Cabot?
Approximately 1,361 people named Cabot live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,361. That works out to roughly 1 in 243,534 Americans.
Is Cabot a rare name?
Cabot is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 243,534 Americans has this name.
What does the name Cabot mean?
Cabot means "boatman" and comes from Old French origins.
Is Cabot more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Cabot are male and 0% are female.
When was Cabot most popular?
Cabot peaked in 2004 with 29 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.