Jeremiah vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jeremiah

Boy #93 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"God will uplift, exalt"

Origin: Hebrew (Yirmeyahu)

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#93
Total SSA Count
3,702
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jeremiah Rank #93
Kaleb Rank #278

Jeremiah is more popular, ranked #93 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeremiah or Kaleb more popular?

Jeremiah is more popular, ranked #93 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Jeremiah and Kaleb mean?

Jeremiah means "God will uplift, exalt" (Hebrew (Yirmeyahu) origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jeremiah and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Jeremiah is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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