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Caleb vs Caden

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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Caden

Boy #211 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire"

Origin: Old Irish (Aodhán)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#211
Total SSA Count
1,680
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Caleb Rank #49
Caden Rank #211

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #211 for Caden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caleb or Caden more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Caden at #211 in the United States.

What do Caleb and Caden mean?

Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin). Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are Caleb and Caden boy or girl names?

Caleb is primarily a boy name. Caden is primarily a boy name.

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