Kale
Meaning of Kale
As a unisex name, Kale draws on both Irish and Hawaiian linguistic traditions. In Irish usage, it emerges as a modern adaptation of the Gaelic Cathal, meaning “battle mighty,” while in Hawaiian contexts it serves as a variant of Charles. Within Anglo-American culture, Kale also evokes the robust leafy green celebrated for its nutritional qualities, lending associations of vitality to the name. Pronounced KAYL (/keɪˈl/), the name has appeared in U.S. birth records since the early 20th century, reaching its peak in 2008 when 544 babies received the name (rank 464). Although its popularity has tapered—18 newborns bore the name in 2024, placing it at rank 906—it remains a distinctive choice, bearing the dry irony that it suits both a newborn and a produce label.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KAYL (/keɪˈl/)
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Notable People Named Kale
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