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Cale vs Koy

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
Koy Rank #3,455

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3455 for Koy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Koy more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Koy at #3455 in the United States.

What do Cale and Koy mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Koy means "victorious people" (Greek via Dutch origin).

Are Cale and Koy boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Koy is primarily a boy name.

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