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Arthur vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Kaleb

Boy #278 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dog (symbol of loyalty)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#278
Total SSA Count
1,221
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Kaleb Rank #278

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Kaleb more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Kaleb mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Arthur and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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