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Cale vs Maze

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
Maze Rank #3,190

Maze is more popular, ranked #3190 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Maze more popular?

Maze is more popular, ranked #3190 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Cale and Maze mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Maze means "to bewilder, confuse" (Middle English origin).

Are Cale and Maze boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Maze is primarily a boy name.

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