Cabral
A boy's name of Portuguese origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Cabral hit its peak of 5 births in 1974, American naming was shifting away from mid-century classics toward more individualistic, expressive choices.
Today, Cabral reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Cabral is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Cabral is a boy's baby name of Portuguese origin, a surname meaning "goat herd" or related to a place with goats, most associated with Pedro Álvares Cabral who claimed Brazil for Portugal in 1500.
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Cabral is built from 6 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Portuguese naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Cabral creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Cabral has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1974.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | — |
The Story of Cabral
A Gen X name
Peaking in 1974, Cabral is a Gen X staple. Boys named Cabral are most likely born between 1974 and 1974.
How rare is Cabral?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Cabral is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1974, peaked in the 1970s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1974–1974)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 | #5307 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1974–1974