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Kaleb vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Peter

Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Dutch Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#192
Total SSA Count
1,889
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Peter mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Kaleb and Peter boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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