Caleb
Hebrew boy's name meaning “whole-hearted; faithful”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- whole-hearted; faithful
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #51
- Born in 2023
- 5,521
- Peak year
- 2013 (#32)
Meaning & origin
Caleb comes from the Hebrew, linked to a word for 'dog' as a symbol of loyal devotion, and read as 'whole-hearted' or 'faithful'. In the Bible he was a courageous scout sent into Canaan.
Is Caleb a Hebrew name?
Yes — Caleb is a Hebrew name meaning "whole-hearted; faithful". Caleb comes from the Hebrew, linked to a word for 'dog' as a symbol of loyal devotion, and read as 'whole-hearted' or 'faithful'. In the Bible he was a courageous scout sent into Canaan. You may also see it described as biblical, which refer to the same root.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Caleb ranked #51 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 5,521 US boys were given the name Caleb.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #32 in 2013
“Unranked” means Caleb was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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How to spell Caleb
Caleb is spelled C-A-L-E-B — 5 letters and 2 syllables.
Nicknames
Cale
Caleb: frequently asked questions
What does the name Caleb mean?
Caleb is a Hebrew name meaning "whole-hearted; faithful". Caleb comes from the Hebrew, linked to a word for 'dog' as a symbol of loyal devotion, and read as 'whole-hearted' or 'faithful'. In the Bible he was a courageous scout sent into Canaan.
Where does the name Caleb come from?
Caleb is of Hebrew origin. Caleb comes from the Hebrew, linked to a word for 'dog' as a symbol of loyal devotion, and read as 'whole-hearted' or 'faithful'. In the Bible he was a courageous scout sent into Canaan.
Is Caleb a boy or a girl name?
Caleb is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Caleb?
In 2023, 5,521 US boys were given the name Caleb.
Is Caleb a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Caleb ranked #51 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Caleb?
Common nicknames for Caleb include Cale.
How do you spell Caleb?
Caleb is spelled C-A-L-E-B — 5 letters.
How common is the name Caleb?
In 2023, 5,521 US boys were given the name Caleb. In the latest US data, Caleb ranked #51 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
Is Caleb a Hebrew name?
Yes — Caleb is a Hebrew name meaning "whole-hearted; faithful". Caleb comes from the Hebrew, linked to a word for 'dog' as a symbol of loyal devotion, and read as 'whole-hearted' or 'faithful'. In the Bible he was a courageous scout sent into Canaan. You may also see it described as biblical, which refer to the same root.
What does Caleb mean in Hebrew?
In Hebrew, Caleb means "whole-hearted; faithful". Caleb comes from the Hebrew, linked to a word for 'dog' as a symbol of loyal devotion, and read as 'whole-hearted' or 'faithful'. In the Bible he was a courageous scout sent into Canaan.
Is Caleb a biblical name?
Caleb is usually classified as Hebrew, and biblical belongs to that same tradition — so yes, it is commonly described as biblical too. It means "whole-hearted; faithful".