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Erick vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erick

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#333
Total SSA Count
1,038
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Kaleb

Boy #278 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dog (symbol of loyalty)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#278
Total SSA Count
1,221
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Kaleb Rank #278

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Kaleb more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Kaleb mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Erick and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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