Caleb: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ka-hle-hb
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Faithful

Caleb is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "faithful," "whole-hearted," "bold," or "brave". It is derived from the Hebrew word "kelev," which means "dog," and is associated with qualities of loyalty and devotion. An alternate theory connects it to Hebrew "kal" meaning "whole, all of" and "lev" meaning "heart". The name Caleb has been used since the Protestant Reformation and was common among the Puritans, who introduced it to America in the 17th century. The origin of the name Caleb can be traced back to the Hebrew Bible, where it is associated with Caleb, the son of Jephunneh, an important figure and one of the twelve spies sent by Moses into Canaan. Caleb and Joshua were the only two Israelites who left Egypt with Moses and lived long enough to see the Promised Land. This biblical connection further emphasizes the qualities of faithfulness and devotion associated with the name Caleb.

Caleb Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Caleb is currently #125 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Caleb is currently #125 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Caleb is currently #50 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Caleb is currently #50 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Caleb is currently #122 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Caleb is currently #122 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Caleb

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Caleb, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Caleb McLaughlin: Caleb McLaughlin is an American actor known for his role as Lucas Sinclair in the Netflix series "Stranger Things."
  • Caleb Ewan: Caleb Ewan is an Australian professional road and track bicycle racer who has won multiple stages in the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia.
  • Caleb Carr: Caleb Carr is an American military historian and author known for his novels "The Alienist" and "The Angel of Darkness."

 

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