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Patrick vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Patrick

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,622
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

Patrick Rank #221
Kaleb Rank #278

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Patrick or Kaleb more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Patrick and Kaleb mean?

Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Patrick and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Patrick is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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