Cale vs Berg

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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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

Popularity Comparison

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Berg more popular?

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

What do Cale and Berg mean?

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

Are Cale and Berg boy or girl names?

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

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