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Blake vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Blake Rank #265
Kaleb Rank #278

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blake or Kaleb more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Blake and Kaleb mean?

Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Blake and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Blake is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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