Kaleb vs Hayden

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

Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Hayden Rank #154

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Hayden more popular?

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Hayden mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Kaleb and Hayden boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Hayden is primarily a boy name.

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