Kaleb vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaleb

Boy #278 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dog (symbol of loyalty)"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kaleb Rank #278

Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Is Kaleb or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Jacob mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kaleb and Jacob boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.