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Cale vs Arlow

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

Cale Rank #3,256
Arlow Rank #3,310

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3310 for Arlow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Arlow more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Arlow at #3310 in the United States.

What do Cale and Arlow mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Arlow means "barberry tree hill" (Old English origin).

Are Cale and Arlow boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Arlow is primarily a boy name.

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