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Abraham vs Caleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Caleb

Boy #49 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"loyal as a dog"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#49
Total SSA Count
5,766
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abraham Rank #204
Caleb Rank #49

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #204 for Abraham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abraham or Caleb more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Abraham at #204 in the United States.

What do Abraham and Caleb mean?

Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abraham and Caleb boy or girl names?

Abraham is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.

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