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Sterling 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

Sterling Rank #373
Kaleb Rank #278

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 vs #373 for Sterling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sterling or Kaleb more popular?

Kaleb is more popular, ranked #278 compared to Sterling at #373 in the United States.

What do Sterling and Kaleb mean?

Sterling means "little star" (Old English origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sterling and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Sterling is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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