Kaleb vs Koda

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

Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Koda Rank #465

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #465 for Koda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Koda more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Koda mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Kaleb and Koda boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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