CALE

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Cale

Origin and Meaning
The surname Cale is of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Ketel" or "Cadal". It may also have Welsh origins, derived from the given name "Cadell". The name is believed to have originated in Cornwall and may have variations in spelling such as Kale or Cail.

History
The Cale surname has been recorded in historical documents dating back to the 13th century in England. The name has been found in various regions across the country, but it has been particularly associated with Cornwall. The Cale family may have had noble connections and ancestral homes in Cornwall, with members of the family being involved in local affairs.

Notable Individuals

John Cale: A renowned Welsh musician, songwriter, and record producer best known as a founding member of the Velvet Underground.
J. J. Cale: An American musician and songwriter-songwriter known for his influential work in the rock and roll genre.

Variants
Variants of the Cale surname include Kale, Cail, Kael, and Kail.

Popularity
The surname Cale is considered relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with its distribution being more prevalent in Cornwall and surrounding regions.

There are approximately 1,008 people named Cale in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,336th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Cale.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alan
Andrew
Christopher
David
James
John
Paul
Peter
Philip
Richard
Steven

Female

Alison
Angela
Barbara
Cynthia
Elizabeth
Emma
Helen
Joan
Judith
Julie
Laura
Nicola
Pamela
Susan
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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