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Kaleb vs Paul

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
Paul Rank #264

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Paul more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Paul mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Kaleb and Paul boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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