How to say it
KA · leb
ˈkeɪ.ləb
Masculine
Kaleb
Whole-hearted, devotion
What it means
A modern respelling of Caleb, from Hebrew, read either as 'dog' (a symbol of loyalty) or 'whole-hearted.'
Kaleb is the K-spelling of Caleb, a Hebrew name usually traced to the word for 'dog,' taken as a sign of loyal devotion, or read as 'whole-hearted.' The biblical Caleb was one of the two scouts who trusted God's promise about Canaan, which made the name a favorite in faith-minded families. The Kaleb spelling is a modern American twist on that scripture name. Kale and Cale serve as shorts.
How to spell Kaleb
The standard spelling is Kaleb. Common variants include Caleb, Kayleb, Kaeleb, but Kaleb is the most widely used form.
Popularity over time
peaked at #108 in 2009, currently #295 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–2025. Reviewed July 2026. See where the names are moving
Heads-up notes
- Spelling
A respelling of the biblical Caleb; same name, same roots.
Who's worn it
Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.
- Caleb one of the two faithful scouts sent into Canaan in the Hebrew Bible
Spelling variants
- Caleb
- Kayleb
- Kaeleb
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Common questions
- What does the name Kaleb mean?
- A modern respelling of Caleb, from Hebrew, read either as 'dog' (a symbol of loyalty) or 'whole-hearted.'
- What does Kaleb mean in Hebrew?
- In Hebrew, Kaleb means "Whole-hearted, devotion." Kaleb is the K-spelling of Caleb, a Hebrew name usually traced to the word for 'dog,' taken as a sign of loyal devotion, or read as 'whole-hearted.' The biblical Caleb was one of the two scouts who trusted God's promise about Canaan, which made the name a favorite in faith-minded families. The Kaleb spelling is a modern American twist on that scripture name. Kale and Cale serve as shorts.
- How do you pronounce Kaleb?
- Kaleb is pronounced ˈkeɪ.ləb. Say it as KA-leb, with the stress on the "ka" syllable.
- How do you spell Kaleb?
- The standard spelling is Kaleb. Common spelling variants include Caleb, Kayleb, Kaeleb.
- Is Kaleb a boy or girl name?
- Kaleb is traditionally a masculine name.
- How popular is the name Kaleb?
- Kaleb ranked #295 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.