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Maddox vs Kaleb

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

Maddox Rank #215
Kaleb Rank #278

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddox or Kaleb more popular?

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Kaleb mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maddox and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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