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Caleb vs Waylon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waylon

Boy #65 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wayside land, roadside settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
4,878
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Caleb Rank #49
Waylon Rank #65

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #65 for Waylon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caleb or Waylon more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Waylon at #65 in the United States.

What do Caleb and Waylon mean?

Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin). Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Caleb and Waylon boy or girl names?

Caleb is primarily a boy name. Waylon is primarily a boy name.

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