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Cale vs Wave

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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Wave

Boy #3,245 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ocean wave, moving water"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,245
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cale Rank #3,256
Wave Rank #3,245

Wave is more popular, ranked #3245 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cale or Wave more popular?

Wave is more popular, ranked #3245 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Cale and Wave mean?

Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin). Wave means "ocean wave, moving water" (English origin).

Are Cale and Wave boy or girl names?

Cale is primarily a boy name. Wave is primarily a boy name.

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