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Daniel vs Caleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daniel

Boy #16 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#16
Total SSA Count
8,391
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Daniel Rank #16
Caleb Rank #49

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 vs #49 for Caleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daniel or Caleb more popular?

Daniel is more popular, ranked #16 compared to Caleb at #49 in the United States.

What do Daniel and Caleb mean?

Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Daniel and Caleb boy or girl names?

Daniel is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.

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