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Kaleb vs Jake

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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Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Jake Rank #423

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Jake more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Jake mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kaleb and Jake boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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