Kaleb: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced KAY-luhb · 2 syllables
Kaleb means “dog”, from Hebrew.
From Hebrew (“dog”), possibly referring to a dog’s unconditional devotion to its master.
- Meaning
- dog
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- KAY-luhb
- US rank (2025)
- #295
- US babies a year
- about 1,281 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2000
How popular is Kaleb?
Kaleb was the #295 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,143 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 56% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2000.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #295 |
| England & Wales | #384 |
| Scotland | #221 |
| Northern Ireland | #159 |
| Ireland | #389 |
| Canada | #255 |
| Australia | #274 |
How old are people named Kaleb?
Half of US adults named Kaleb are older than 24; most are between 18 and 37. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Kaleb
What does the name Kaleb mean?
Kaleb means “dog”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Kaleb?
Kaleb is pronounced KAY-luhb.
How popular is the name Kaleb?
Kaleb was the #295 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,143 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 56% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2000.
How old are people named Kaleb?
Half of US adults named Kaleb are older than 24. Most are between 18 and 37.