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Cale vs Walt

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
Walt Rank #3,415

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3415 for Walt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Walt more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Walt at #3415 in the United States.

What do Cale and Walt mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Walt means "army ruler, commander" (Germanic origin).

Are Cale and Walt boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Walt is primarily a boy name.

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