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Maze 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

Maze Rank #3,190
Cale Rank #3,256

Maze is more popular, ranked #3190 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maze or Cale more popular?

Maze is more popular, ranked #3190 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Maze and Cale mean?

Maze means "to bewilder, confuse" (Middle English origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Maze and Cale boy or girl names?

Maze is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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