Caleb is a highly popular boys' name in United States, ranking #34 in 2003 with 11,642 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2002 with 11,665 births ranking #35. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 54.2%. In 2003, approximately 1 in every 170 boys born was named Caleb. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.