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Cale vs Claude

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
Claude Rank #3,333

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3333 for Claude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Claude more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Claude at #3333 in the United States.

What do Cale and Claude mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Claude means "of the Claudian family, lame" (Latin origin).

Are Cale and Claude boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Claude is primarily a boy name.

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