Caleb

Meaning of Caleb

Caleb means 'wholehearted' or 'faithful.' It suggests someone who is devoted and loyal.

Caleb has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Caleb

Caleb has held fairly steady, sitting around #58 in 2025 after peaking at #31 in 2009.

Notable people named Caleb

• Caleb McLaughlin
  Actor, 'Stranger Things' star
• Caleb Williams
  Star American football quarterback
• Caleb Plant
  Professional boxer, world champion
• Caleb Followill
  Lead singer, Kings of Leon
• Caleb Ewan
  Australian professional road cyclist

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Questions about the name Caleb

What does the name Caleb mean?

Caleb means caleb means 'wholehearted' or 'faithful.' it suggests someone who is devoted and loyal, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Caleb a boy's or a girl's name?

Caleb is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Caleb?

In 2025, Caleb ranked #58 for boys, down from #49 the year before.

When was Caleb most popular?

Caleb peaked at #31 in 2009.