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Kaleb vs Patrick

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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Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Patrick mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Kaleb and Patrick boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.

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