Caligula Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Caligula Name at a Glance

Name	Caligula
Meaning	Name given to Gaius Ceasar when he was a child.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Caligula Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Caligula means “Name given to Gaius Ceasar when he was a child”. 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.

Caligula Name Origin

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

Is Caligula a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Caligula

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