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Cale vs Opie

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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Opie

Boy #3,175 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy friend, divine wealth"

Origin: Old English Os- prefix names

Cultural Roots

American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,175
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cale Rank #3,256
Opie Rank #3,175

Opie is more popular, ranked #3175 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Opie more popular?

Opie is more popular, ranked #3175 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Cale and Opie mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Opie means "wealthy friend, divine wealth" (Old English Os- prefix names origin).

Are Cale and Opie boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Opie is primarily a boy name.

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