Boy
Kaleb
faithful, devoted to God
About Kaleb
This timeless choice carries a gentle strength that resonates across generations. Parents who select this name often appreciate its biblical heritage while embracing its modern appeal. The name flows effortlessly in conversation, neither too common nor too unusual. It pairs well with both traditional and contemporary middle names, offering flexibility for family naming patterns. The soft consonants create a warm, approachable sound that suits both childhood and professional settings. Many who bear this name report feeling confident in its classic yet distinctive nature. The spelling variation adds a touch of individuality while maintaining clear pronunciation. It's a name that grows gracefully with its bearer, appropriate for a playful toddler, an ambitious student, and a respected adult. The balanced syllables create a rhythmic quality that's memorable without being overwhelming.
Popularity of the Name Kaleb
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | #958 | ||||
| 1979 | #881 | ||||
| 1980 | #806 | ||||
| 1981 | #773 | ||||
| 1982 | #694 | ||||
| 1983 | #657 | ||||
| 1984 | #727 | ||||
| 1985 | #622 | ||||
| 1986 | #614 | #240 | |||
| 1987 | #483 | ||||
| 1988 | #446 | #323 | |||
| 1989 | #345 | ||||
| 1990 | #304 | ||||
| 1991 | #265 | #484 | |||
| 1992 | #281 | #238 | #775 | ||
| 1993 | #237 | #317 | #468 | ||
| 1994 | #219 | #335 | #567 | ||
| 1995 | #206 | #206 | #367 | ||
| 1996 | #186 | #119 | #334 | ||
| 1997 | #185 | #504 | #88 | #371 | |
| 1998 | #156 | #702 | #112 | #303 | |
| 1999 | #159 | #697 | #82 | #293 | |
| 2000 | #141 | #508 | #111 | #222 | |
| 2001 | #116 | #878 | #89 | #173 | |
| 2002 | #111 | #566 | #82 | #136 | |
| 2003 | #118 | #713 | #100 | #154 | |
| 2004 | #120 | #569 | #79 | #138 | |
| 2005 | #121 | #592 | #92 | #594 | #123 |
| 2006 | #115 | #456 | #76 | #540 | #128 |
| 2007 | #113 | #435 | #113 | #574 | #108 |
| 2008 | #115 | #413 | #148 | #647 | #126 |
| 2009 | #108 | #332 | #127 | #655 | #130 |
| 2010 | #118 | #309 | #197 | #138 | |
| 2011 | #116 | #305 | #108 | #517 | #138 |
| 2012 | #126 | #313 | #149 | #409 | #139 |
| 2013 | #137 | #337 | #289 | #571 | #144 |
| 2014 | #146 | #341 | #238 | #575 | #167 |
| 2015 | #164 | #309 | #154 | #650 | #165 |
| 2016 | #176 | #337 | #255 | #170 | |
| 2017 | #184 | #322 | #336 | #521 | #161 |
| 2018 | #207 | #345 | #412 | #789 | #190 |
| 2019 | #213 | #408 | #578 | #194 | |
| 2020 | #231 | #351 | #210 | ||
| 2021 | #244 | #329 | #360 | #572 | #241 |
| 2022 | #259 | #320 | #468 | #237 | |
| 2023 | #271 | #279 | #466 | #323 | #243 |
| 2024 | #279 | #309 | #400 | #301 | #240 |
| 2025 | #295 | #323 | #451 | #406 | #326 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kaleb
- Caleb
- Kaaleb
- Kaelob
Names Similar to Kaleb
Nicknames for Kaleb
- Kal
- Leb
- Kale
Famous People Named Kaleb
| Kaleb Cowart | American baseball player |
| Kaleb Nation | American author and internet personality |
| Kaleb Tarczewski | American basketball player |
| Kaleb Wesson | American basketball player |
| Kaleb Franks | American football player |
| Kaleb Thornhill | American football player |
| Kaleb Eulls | American football player |
| Kaleb Driggers | American team roping champion |
| Kaleb Joseph | American basketball player |
| Kaleb Lee | American country singer |
| Kaleb Toth | Canadian lacrosse player |
| Kaleb Elahee | British boxer |
| Kaleb Ramsey | American football player |
| Kaleb Whitby | American survivor of a 26-car pileup |
| Kaleb Reardon | Australian rugby player |
| Kaleb Fossum | American football player |
| Kaleb Canales | American basketball coach |
| Kaleb Cruz | Filipino actor |
| Kaleb McGary | American football player |
Characters Named Kaleb
| Kaleb Ballard | character in the "Hourglass" series by Myra McEntire |
| Kaleb Helguson | character in the "All Souls Trilogy" by Deborah Harkness |
| Kaleb Roudell | character in the "Vampire Academy" series by Richelle Mead |
| Kaleb Grimm | character in the "Grimm Tales" series by J.C. Daniels |
| Kaleb Anderson | character in the "The Lovely Bones" by Alice Sebold |
| Kaleb Leigh | character in the "The Academy" series by C.L. Stone |
| Kaleb Theldon | character in the "Devil's Gate" series by Grace White |
| Kaleb Dane | character in the "Waterfire Saga" by Jennifer Donnelly |
| Kaleb Quinlan | character in the "The Shadow Children" series by Margaret Peterson Haddix |
| Kaleb Frost | character in the "Witch World" series by Andre Norton |
| Kaleb Blackwood | character in the "Guardians of Eternity" series by Alexandra Ivy |
| Kaleb D'Arcy | character in the "Touched Saga" by Elisa S. Amore |
| Kaleb Knightly | character in the "Shades of Magic" series by V.E. Schwab |
| Kaleb Ryder | character in the "Royal" series by Nichole Chase |
| Kaleb Thorne | character in the "Underworld" series by Gena Showalter |
| Kaleb Krychek | character in the "Psy-Changeling Trinity" series by Nalini Singh |
| Kaleb Nation | character in the "Penny and Boots" series by Susan Sey |
| Kaleb Low | character in the "Haven Point" series by RaeAnne Thayne |