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Tyler vs Kaleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
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

Tyler Rank #191
Kaleb Rank #278

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tyler or Kaleb more popular?

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Tyler and Kaleb mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tyler and Kaleb boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. Kaleb is primarily a boy name.

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