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Kaleb vs Tate

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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Tate

Boy #210 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cheerful, pleasant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#210
Total SSA Count
1,697
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Tate Rank #210

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Tate more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Tate mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Kaleb and Tate boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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