Cale Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cale is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from Kaleb, meaning faithful or whole-hearted. It has evolved from the biblical name Kaleb, and is considered a modern variant. The name is often associated with positive traits like loyalty and strength. It has biblical relevance through its connection to the biblical figure Caleb. Cale has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Cale is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cale has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cale' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6241st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5479th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4781st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1078th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 838th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 774th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1966th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14352nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Cale' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cale"
Pronunciation
/keɪl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Cale is derived from the Hebrew name Kaleb, which means 'faithful' or 'whole-hearted'.
Meaning
faithful, whole-hearted
Language Evolution
Kaleb (Hebrew), Cale (English)
Biblical Background
Cale is often associated with Caleb, a biblical figure who was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, often seen as a modern variant of Caleb.
Variants & Derivatives
Caleb, Cail, Kale
Modern Popularity & Image
Cale is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with strength and loyalty.
Famous People
Cale Makar - Canadian professional ice hockey player, Cale Dodds - American country music singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cale"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cale"
"Cale" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6241st of 7545 | 13 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5479th of 6773 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4781st of 7552 | 39 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1078th of 10718 | 918 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 838th of 16616 | 2,245 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 774th of 24088 | 4,014 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1966th of 23106 | 915 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14352nd of 35406 | 84 |
Regional Popularity of "Cale" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.17% 886th/2937 |
43.32% 1509th/3483 |
40.22% 1415th/3518 |
31.40% 1270th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.45% 606th/3685 |
29.70% 1329th/4475 |
18.73% 973rd/5194 |
17.22% 1088th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.41% 477th/4582 |
33.23% 1716th/5164 |
11.40% 834th/7313 |
14.75% 1101st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.12% 1240th/3984 |
60.71% 2724th/4487 |
29.36% 2003rd/6822 |
48.04% 3015th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cale" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cale"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cale" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.