Cale vs Nicola

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
Nicola Rank #3,353

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3353 for Nicola.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Nicola more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Nicola at #3353 in the United States.

What do Cale and Nicola mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Nicola means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Cale and Nicola boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Nicola is primarily a boy name.

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