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Cale vs Adams

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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Adams

Boy #3,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Adam"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,243
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Adams more popular?

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

What do Cale and Adams mean?

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

Are Cale and Adams boy or girl names?

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

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