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Theo vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#80
Total SSA Count
4,110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Theo Rank #80
Kaleb Rank #278

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Kaleb more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Theo and Kaleb mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theo and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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