Caleb vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Caleb

Boy #49 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"loyal as a dog"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Caleb Rank #49

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #49 for Caleb.

Is Caleb or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Caleb at #49 in the United States.

What do Caleb and William mean?

Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Caleb and William boy or girl names?

Caleb is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.