Kalub
Kalub is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Faithful, loyal, or dog.
Origin and history
Kalub is a modern variant spelling of the biblical name Caleb. Originating from Hebrew roots, it is traditionally interpreted as meaning 'dog' or 'faithful, devoted'. In the United States, it remains an uncommon choice compared to the standard spelling Caleb.
Popularity in the United States
675 babies in the United States have been named Kalub since 1880. It ranks #4001 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1919.
States where it is most popular
- TX (59 %)
- CA (28.2 %)
- MI (6.4 %)
- OH (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 28 |
| 1990-2000 | 155 |
| 2000-2010 | 351 |
| 2010-2019 | 133 |
| 2020-2029 | 8 |
Fun facts
- Kalub is a phonetic respelling of Caleb, substituting the traditional 'C' with a 'K'.
- While Caleb has been a top-100 name in the U.S. for decades, the Kalub spelling remains rare.