Caleb

Boy's name

Caleb is a Hebrew name meaning "dog" or "faithful." It is derived from the Hebrew word "kelev."

Meaning Dog
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 5,766 Falling
Peak year 2002

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Caleb McLaughlin - Actor in "Stranger Things"
  • Caleb Landry Jones - Actor in "Get Out"
  • Caleb Followill - Lead singer of Kings of Leon
  • Caleb Carr - Author of "The Alienist"
  • Caleb Ewan - Professional cyclist
  • Caleb Sturgis - NFL kicker
  • Caleb Swanigan - NBA player
  • Caleb Hanie - Former NFL quarterback
  • Caleb Reynolds - Reality TV personality
  • Caleb Johnson - Winner of American Idol season 13

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