Kayleb
Kayleb is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Dog, faithful, loyal, or whole heart.
Origin and history
Kayleb is a modern phonetic spelling variant of the traditional Hebrew name Caleb. It is derived from Hebrew words associated with devotion, heart, or loyalty. In the United States, it serves as a contemporary alternative to the classical spelling.
Popularity in the United States
2,432 babies in the United States have been named Kayleb since 1880. It ranks #2631 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1678.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.3 %)
- TX (20.9 %)
- FL (12.1 %)
- NY (7.6 %)
- GA (5.5 %)
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 | 14 |
| 1990-2000 | 199 |
| 2000-2010 | 856 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,114 |
| 2020-2029 | 249 |
Nicknames
Kay, Kale
Fun facts
- Kayleb is a contemporary U.S. respelling of Caleb designed to emphasize the phonetic long 'a' sound.
- It shares its origin with the Old Testament figure Caleb, renowned for his courage and faith.