Boy · #8,250 in 2026

Cape

A cape is a clothing accessory or a sleeveless outer garment of any length that hangs loosely and connects either at the neck or shoulders. They usually cover the back, shoulders, and arms. They come in a variety of styles and have been used throughout history for many different reasons.

Current Rank
#8,250
Peak Rank
#8,250 (2023)
Total Babies
15
5-Yr Trend
Stable
2011
First Year
2023
Last Year
2023
Peak Year
#8250
Peak Rank
15
Total Count
2
Years Active

Meaning & Origin of Cape

What this name means, where it came from, and how it has traveled across cultures.

A cape is a clothing accessory or a sleeveless outer garment of any length that hangs loosely and connects either at the neck or shoulders. They usually cover the back, shoulders, and arms. They come in a variety of styles and have been used throughout history for many different reasons.

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Origin & history
The first usage of capes is unknown, but some early references we know of are from Ancient Roman military uniforms. Later on, capes were common in medieval Europe , especially when combined with a hood in the chaperon . [ citation needed ] They have had periodic returns to fashion – for example, in nineteenth-century Europe. Catholic clergy wear a type of cape known as a ferraiolo , which is worn for formal events outside a ritualistic context. [ citation needed ] The cope is a liturgical vestment in the form of a cape. [ citation needed ] Capes are often highly decorated with elaborate embroi

The Story of Cape

Cape first appeared in U.S. Social Security Administration records as a baby boy name in 2011, with 6 babies given the name that year. Its peak popularity came in 2023, when 9 Capes were born — ranking #8,250 that year. As of 2026, Cape ranks #8,250 for baby boys with 9 births, with steady use. In total, more than 15 Capes have been born in the U.S. since records began in 1880, spanning the 2010s through the 2020s.

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Names that sound like Cape

Phonetically similar names — useful when Cape is the vibe but a different syllable count or letter feel might suit better. Linked entries have a profile on Peek a Name.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cape

What does the name Cape mean?
A cape is a clothing accessory or a sleeveless outer garment of any length that hangs loosely and connects either at the neck or shoulders. They usually cover the back, shoulders, and arms. They come in a variety of styles and have been used throughout history for many different reasons.
How popular is Cape in 2026?
In 2026, Cape ranks #8,250 among boys' names in the U.S., with 9 babies given the name that year.
When was Cape most popular?
Cape reached its peak popularity in 2023, ranking #8,250 that year with 9 babies given the name.
Is Cape a unisex name?
In U.S. Social Security records, Cape is primarily a boy's name. We don't have meaningful data for it as a girl's name.
What names go well with Cape?
Names that share a similar style or popularity range with Cape include Church, Denham, Rom. These pairings are based on rank proximity and naming era in U.S. data.

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About the name Cape

Cape is a boy baby name tracked by the U.S. Social Security Administration. It first appeared in SSA records in 2011 and has accumulated 15 births in the dataset. Cape's peak popularity came in 2023 when it ranked #8,250. Use the chart and map above to compare Cape's trajectory across years and U.S. states, or browse the related names section to discover similar choices.

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Data sources

  • Birth statistics (counts, ranks, years 1880–2026) — U.S. Social Security Administration . Predictions for years not yet released by SSA are computed by Peek a Name from historical trends; we update with official data as soon as it ships.
  • Etymology, cultural origins, and related forms — Behind the Name (used under their public API terms).
  • Meaning prose and editorial summary — Wikipedia article extracts, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 .
  • Predicted nationality distribution — Nationalize.io .
  • Phonetically similar names — Datamuse .

Peek a Name aggregates and presents the above data for informational purposes. Statistical predictions and external attributions are clearly labelled where shown; we make no guarantee of accuracy beyond what each source provides.