Dallas vs Caleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dallas

Boy #243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow dwelling, water meadow"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#243
Total SSA Count
1,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dallas Rank #243
Caleb Rank #49

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #243 for Dallas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dallas or Caleb more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Dallas at #243 in the United States.

What do Dallas and Caleb mean?

Dallas means "meadow dwelling, water meadow" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dallas and Caleb boy or girl names?

Dallas is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.

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