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Kaleb vs Arlo

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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Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
2,481
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Arlo mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Kaleb and Arlo boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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