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Oz vs Cale

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oz

Boy #3,085 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength, power, courage"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Israeli Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,085
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Oz Rank #3,085
Cale Rank #3,256

Oz is more popular, ranked #3085 vs #3256 for Cale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oz or Cale more popular?

Oz is more popular, ranked #3085 compared to Cale at #3256 in the United States.

What do Oz and Cale mean?

Oz means "strength, power, courage" (Hebrew origin). Cale means "bold, brave" (Hebrew (from Caleb) origin).

Are Oz and Cale boy or girl names?

Oz is primarily a boy name. Cale is primarily a boy name.

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