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Layden 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

Layden Rank #3,272
Cale Rank #3,256

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3272 for Layden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layden or Cale more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Layden at #3272 in the United States.

What do Layden and Cale mean?

Layden means "meadow valley, low ground" (Old English origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Layden and Cale boy or girl names?

Layden is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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