Lincoln vs Caleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #49 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"loyal as a dog"

Origin: Hebrew

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Lincoln Rank #73

Caleb Rank #49

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #73 for Lincoln.

Is Lincoln or Caleb more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Lincoln at #73 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and Caleb mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lincoln and Caleb boy or girl names?

Lincoln is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.