Berg vs Cal

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Cal

Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#671
Total SSA Count
408
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Cal Rank #671

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Cal more popular?

Cal is more popular, ranked #671 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Cal mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Berg and Cal boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.

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