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Kaleb vs Shepherd

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
Shepherd Rank #311

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #311 for Shepherd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Shepherd more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Shepherd at #311 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Shepherd mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kaleb and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.

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