Back to Baby Names

Hunter 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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Hunter Rank #128
Kaleb Rank #278

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunter or Kaleb more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Hunter and Kaleb mean?

Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hunter and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Hunter is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons