Reid vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reid

Boy #300 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old Scottish/Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#300
Total SSA Count
1,118
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Reid Rank #300
Kaleb Rank #278

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #300 for Reid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reid or Kaleb more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Reid at #300 in the United States.

What do Reid and Kaleb mean?

Reid means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old Scottish/Old English origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Reid and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Reid is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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