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Kaleb vs Damon

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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Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Damon Rank #456

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #456 for Damon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Damon more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Damon mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Kaleb and Damon boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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