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Berkley vs Cale

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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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Berkley Rank #3,328
Cale Rank #3,256

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3328 for Berkley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berkley or Cale more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Berkley at #3328 in the United States.

What do Berkley and Cale mean?

Berkley means "place of the birch trees" (Old English origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Berkley and Cale boy or girl names?

Berkley is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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