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Kaleb vs Edgar

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
Edgar Rank #460

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Edgar more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Edgar mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Kaleb and Edgar boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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