Caleb is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #121 in 2007 with 458 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 853 births ranking #77. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 158.8%. In 2007, approximately 1 in every 723 boys born was named Caleb. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Caleb is a Hebrew biblical name traditionally linked with the word for "dog". In name writing, it is also often understood more symbolically through qualities such as loyalty and devotion.
In the Bible, Caleb is remembered as a faithful companion of Joshua. That steady, positive story has helped keep the name in regular use across many generations.