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Kaleb vs Barrett

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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Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#186
Total SSA Count
1,984
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Barrett Rank #186

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Barrett more popular?

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Barrett mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Kaleb and Barrett boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Barrett is primarily a boy name.

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