Cale Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAYL / /keɪl/Hebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'faithful'; Irish: 'slender'
Historical & Cultural Background
Cale is derived from the Hebrew name Kaleb, which means 'faithful' or 'devotion'. In Irish, it is associated with the word for 'slender'. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It has also appeared in biblical contexts, contributing to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Cale has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cail
- Kaleb
International Variants
- Cale (English)
- Kaleb (Hebrew)
Famous people named Cale
Cale Yarborough is a retired American NASCAR driver known for his three consecutive championships in the 1970s.
Cale Makar is a professional ice hockey player who plays for the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL.
Fictional characters named Cale
Cale Tana is a character in the animated series 'Titan A.E.' who embarks on a quest to find a new home for humanity.
Cale is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his role in the game's storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cale was first seen in the United States in 1917. Cale has ranked as high as #1007 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Cale has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cale (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OK | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 31 |
| 1969 | 60 |
| 1970 | 75 |
| 1971 | 76 |
| 1972 | 45 |
| 1973 | 43 |
| 1974 | 58 |
| 1975 | 62 |
| 1976 | 62 |
| 1977 | 102 |
| 1978 | 88 |
| 1979 | 94 |
| 1980 | 100 |
| 1981 | 89 |
| 1982 | 89 |
| 1983 | 128 |
| 1984 | 203 |
| 1985 | 186 |
| 1986 | 173 |
| 1987 | 162 |
| 1988 | 140 |
| 1989 | 120 |
| 1990 | 125 |
| 1991 | 148 |
| 1992 | 150 |
| 1993 | 138 |
| 1994 | 132 |
| 1995 | 119 |
| 1996 | 143 |
| 1997 | 132 |
| 1998 | 170 |
| 1999 | 166 |
| 2000 | 191 |
| 2001 | 194 |
| 2002 | 232 |
| 2003 | 237 |
| 2004 | 233 |
| 2005 | 262 |
| 2006 | 288 |
| 2007 | 323 |
| 2008 | 395 |
| 2009 | 366 |
| 2010 | 339 |
| 2011 | 259 |
| 2012 | 227 |
| 2013 | 180 |
| 2014 | 175 |
| 2015 | 140 |
| 2016 | 91 |
| 2017 | 58 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 37 |