Calais Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Calais Name at a Glance

Name	Calais
Meaning	Son of the north wind.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Calais Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Calais means “Son of the north wind”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Calais Name Origin

Our database records Calais under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Calais a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Calais is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Calais

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