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Jimmie 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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Jimmie Rank #3,434
Cale Rank #3,256

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3434 for Jimmie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jimmie or Cale more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Jimmie at #3434 in the United States.

What do Jimmie and Cale mean?

Jimmie means "supplanter" (Hebrew Yaakov via James origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Jimmie and Cale boy or girl names?

Jimmie is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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