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Forrest vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Forrest Rank #408
Kaleb Rank #278

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #408 for Forrest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forrest or Kaleb more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Kaleb mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Forrest and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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