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Amir vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amir

Boy #95 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, commander"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Persian Turkish Hebrew Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#95
Total SSA Count
3,625
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amir Rank #95
Kaleb Rank #278

Amir is more popular, ranked #95 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amir or Kaleb more popular?

Amir is more popular, ranked #95 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Amir and Kaleb mean?

Amir means "prince, commander" (Arabic origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amir and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Amir is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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