Cabot

♂ Boy

Pronounced KAB-ut /ˈkæb.ət/High

Meaning: From the English and French surname Cabot, of debated origin — often linked to a French root suggesting 'to sail' or to a place name. Famous via explorer John Cabot and the old Boston Cabot family.Low

In 30 seconds: A patrician surname-name: Cabot carries an explorer's ring, possibly tied to 'sailing' (said 'KAB-ut'). Crisp, preppy, and distinguished.

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Origin MediumEnglish, French

MeaningFrom the English and French surname Cabot, of debated origin — often linked to a French root suggesting 'to sail' or to a place name. Famous via explorer John Cabot and the old Boston Cabot family.

U.S. rank (2024)#11119 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2004

Total births (all-time)≈ 287

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cabot is an English and French surname of debated origin, sometimes tied to a French root for 'to sail' or to a place name. Its fame rests on explorer John Cabot and the Boston Cabot family, lending a patrician, preppy air (said 'KAB-ut').

As a first name it is rare in the U.S., favored for its crisp, distinguished surname feel. Preppy, seafaring, and tidy.

Did you know? Cabot echoes explorer John Cabot and the old Boston Cabot dynasty — a preppy surname-name whose French root may hint at 'sailing,' giving it a seafaring, distinguished air (said 'KAB-ut').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Cabot — English/French surname; explorer John Cabot; origin debated

Variations

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Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cabot mean?

Cabot is an English and French surname of debated origin, sometimes linked to a French root for 'to sail' or to a place name.

How do you pronounce Cabot?

It's said KAB-ut /ˈkæb.ət/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cabot a boy or girl name?

Cabot is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Cabot?

Cabot is a rare, preppy surname-name for boys in the U.S.