Names Starting With C
BoyHebrew#42 in 2025
Caleb
Caleb is a boys' name of Hebrew origin meaning “faithful, devoted, whole-hearted.” It ranked #42 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
KAY-leb
meaning & origin
The name Caleb means “faithful, devoted, whole-hearted.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.
In the Hebrew Bible, Caleb was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to scout Canaan, notable for his faithfulness. The name has remained popular in English-speaking countries for centuries.
popularity over time
#362020
#382021
#402022
#412023
#422024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #42 |
| 2023 | #41 |
| 2022 | #40 |
| 2021 | #38 |
| 2020 | #36 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Caleb
- Caleb Followill
- Caleb McLaughlin
- Caleb Johnson
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