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Caleb vs Tate

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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Tate

Boy #210 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cheerful, pleasant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#210
Total SSA Count
1,697
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Caleb Rank #49
Tate Rank #210

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #210 for Tate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caleb or Tate more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Caleb and Tate mean?

Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Caleb and Tate boy or girl names?

Caleb is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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