Cale vs Japheth

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
Japheth Rank #3,265

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3265 for Japheth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Japheth more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Japheth at #3265 in the United States.

What do Cale and Japheth mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Japheth means "beauty" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cale and Japheth boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Japheth is primarily a boy name.

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