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Cale vs Oz

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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Oz

Boy #3,085 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength, power, courage"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Israeli Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,085
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cale Rank #3,256
Oz Rank #3,085

Oz is more popular, ranked #3085 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Oz more popular?

Oz is more popular, ranked #3085 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Cale and Oz mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Oz means "strength, power, courage" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cale and Oz boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Oz is primarily a boy name.

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