Captain
Meaning of Captain
The name Captain is a male name with American English and British English pronunciations both pronounced as KAP-tin (/ˈkæp.tən/). It is also spelled as Capitan. The origin of the name Captain is derived from the English word "captain," which refers to a military rank or a person in command of a ship. The association with leadership and authority makes Captain an intriguing and distinctive choice for parents looking for a strong and powerful name for their baby boy. Although not extremely popular, Captain has seen some usage in recent years in the United States, ranking around 4000-5000 in terms of occurrence.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as KAP-tin (/ˈkæp.tən/)
British English
- Pronunced as KAP-tin (/ˈkæp.tɪn/)
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Notable People Named Captain
| Captain Tom Moore - Captain Sir Thomas Moore, also known as Captain Tom, was a British Army officer and fundraiser who gained international attention for his charity efforts leading up to his 100th birthday during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Raymond Ian Burns, also known as Captain Sensible, is an English musician and co-founder of the punk rock band the Damned, known for his distinctive appearance and successful solo career. |
| Captain Cuttle, a British Thoroughbred racehorse and sire, was the outstanding British colt of his generation, winning The Derby and the St James's Palace Stakes in 1922 before retiring due to chronic injury problems. |
