Nicola 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

Nicola Rank #3,353
Cale Rank #3,256

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 vs #3353 for Nicola.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nicola or Cale more popular?

Cale is more popular, ranked #3256 compared to Nicola at #3353 in the United States.

What do Nicola and Cale mean?

Nicola means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Nicola and Cale boy or girl names?

Nicola is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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