Dylan vs Caleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #49 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"loyal as a dog"

Origin: Hebrew

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Dylan Rank #28

Caleb Rank #49

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #49 for Caleb.

Is Dylan or Caleb more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Caleb at #49 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Caleb mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dylan and Caleb boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.