Kaleab: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-ahl-eh-ahb
Origin: Ethiopia
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Updated on Sep 02, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Horn of Africa
Meaning: He who is born first, firstborn

Kaleab is a dignified name meaning "firstborn" in Amharic, echoing the pride and responsibility often tied to the oldest child in a family. In Ethiopian culture, firstborns are often viewed as leaders and caretakers, and this name carries that weight with quiet confidence and reverence.

Kaleab Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kaleab is currently #16788 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Kaleab is currently #7260 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kaleab is currently #7839 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Kaleab is currently #3416 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Kaleab is currently #7970 on Kiindred Australian Names

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