Berg vs Cale

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

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

Berg Rank #21,697
Cale Rank #3,256

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Cale more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Cale mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Berg and Cale boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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