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Kaleb vs Paxton

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
Paxton Rank #288

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #288 for Paxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Paxton more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Paxton mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin).

Are Kaleb and Paxton boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Paxton is primarily a boy name.

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