Castle

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Castle Pronunciation

Castle is pronounced KASS-əl /ˈkæs.əl/High

Meaning: From the word castle — Latin castellum, 'fortress, stronghold' — a word and surname nameMedium

In 30 seconds: Strong as a fortress: Castle is the word for a stronghold — bold, sturdy, and distinctive (a surname too). A name built to last.

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Origin MediumLatin, English

MeaningFrom the word castle — Latin castellum, 'fortress, stronghold' — a word and surname name

U.S. rank (2024)#4201 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 367

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Castle comes from the word castle — Latin castellum, 'fortress, stronghold' — used as a bold word-and-surname name. It evokes strength, protection, and grandeur.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, fortress at the root, and sturdy.

Did you know? Castle, from Latin castellum, 'fortress', is both a word-name and a surname — strong and protective, with a touch of medieval grandeur.

Overall data confidence 75%

Oxford English Dictionary — castle — word origin

Variations

CastellCassel

Nicknames

Cass

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Castle?

Castle is pronounced KASS-əl (/ˈkæs.əl/). Press play above to hear Castle said aloud.

How do you say Castle?

Castle is said KASS-əl (/ˈkæs.əl/). Press play above to hear Castle said aloud.

What does the name Castle mean?

Castle is the word for a fortress or stronghold, from Latin castellum.

Is Castle a boy or girl name?

Castle is a boy's name.

How popular is Castle?

Castle is a rare name in the U.S.