Cambridge Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cambridge Name at a Glance

Name	Cambridge
Meaning	'King Henry V' Earl of Cambridge, a conspirator against the King.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cambridge Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cambridge means “'King Henry V' Earl of Cambridge, a conspirator against the King”. 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.

Cambridge Name Origin

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

Is Cambridge a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Cambridge

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