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Caleb vs Roman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Caleb Rank #49
Roman Rank #52

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caleb or Roman more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Caleb and Roman mean?

Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Caleb and Roman boy or girl names?

Caleb is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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