Kaleb vs Theodore

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
Nicknames
Kale, Kay

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kaleb Rank #278
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #278 for Kaleb.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaleb ___

  • Kaleb James
  • Kaleb Thomas
  • Kaleb Scott
  • Kaleb Lee
  • Kaleb Michael
  • Kaleb Ryan

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaleb

Joshua Elijah Hannah Naomi Levi

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaleb or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kaleb at #278 in the United States.

What do Kaleb and Theodore mean?

Kaleb means "dog (symbol of loyalty)" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kaleb and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kaleb is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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