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Kaleb vs Elliott

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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Elliott

Boy #163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#163
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Elliott Rank #163

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Elliott more popular?

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Elliott mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin).

Are Kaleb and Elliott boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Elliott is primarily a boy name.

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