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Cale vs Galen

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
Galen Rank #2,747

Galen is more popular, ranked #2747 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Galen more popular?

Galen is more popular, ranked #2747 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Cale and Galen mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Galen means "calm, tranquil" (Greek origin).

Are Cale and Galen boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Galen is primarily a boy name.

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