Caleb
KAY-leb
Boy · Hebrew
Meaning: Dog, faithful, whole-hearted
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Cale
Gender-neutral · Hebrew · Short name
- Meaning
- Bold, brave, faithful
- Pronunciation
- KAYL
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United States (2023)
Meaning varies between reference sources.
From Hebrew and Irish; meaning debated, often bold or faithful.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
ModernClassicStrong and bold
Languages in use: Hebrew, Irish, English
Commonly used in: United States, Ireland, United Kingdom
Alternate spellings
CaelIrish
Irish form.
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Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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