Boy name
Kaleb name meaning
“dog; a symbol of loyalty”
Kaleb is a masculine name of Hebrew origin commonly linked to kelev, meaning dog. It is the Indonesian form of the biblical name Caleb, from Hebrew Kalev. The association with loyalty is a symbolic interpretation of the meaning dog, rather than a separate literal translation.
What does Kaleb mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Kaleb
The Indonesian form of biblical Caleb, from Hebrew Kalev, generally linked to kelev, meaning dog. Loyalty is a symbolic interpretation.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
How to pronounce Kaleb
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦭꦺꦧ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮜᮨᮘ᮪ |
Is Kaleb a boy’s name?
Yes, Kaleb is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Kaleb ranks #4,961 among boy names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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Famous people named Kaleb
- Kaleb Ramot Gemilang · b. 1991
- Kaleb J · b. 2000
FAQ about the name Kaleb
What is the meaning of Kaleb?
Kaleb means dog; a symbol of loyalty. The Indonesian form of biblical Caleb, from Hebrew Kalev, generally linked to kelev, meaning dog. Loyalty is a symbolic interpretation.
Is Kaleb a boy’s name?
Yes, Kaleb is used mostly as a boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Kaleb?
Kaleb is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Kaleb have?
Kaleb has 2 syllables (Ka-leb) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Kaleb?
Kaleb ranks #4,961 among boy names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Kaleb?
Notable people named Kaleb include Kaleb Ramot Gemilang, Kaleb J.
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