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Kaleb vs Julius

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
Julius Rank #390

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #390 for Julius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Julius more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Julius at #390 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Julius mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Kaleb and Julius boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Julius is primarily a boy name.

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