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Emmit vs Cale

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

Emmit Rank #3,443
Cale Rank #3,256

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3443 for Emmit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmit or Cale more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Emmit at #3443 in the United States.

What do Emmit and Cale mean?

Emmit means "hardworking; powerful" (Old English/Germanic origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Emmit and Cale boy or girl names?

Emmit is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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