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Kaleb vs Cade

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

Kaleb Rank #278
Cade Rank #272

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Cade more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Cade mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Kaleb and Cade boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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