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Adams vs Cale

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cale

Boy #3,256 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bold, brave"

Origin: Hebrew (from Caleb)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,256
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Adams Rank #3,243
Cale Rank #3,256

Adams is more popular, ranked #3243 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adams or Cale more popular?

Adams is more popular, ranked #3243 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Adams and Cale mean?

Adams means "son of Adam" (English origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Adams and Cale boy or girl names?

Adams is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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