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Caileb

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How to Pronounce Caileb

Pronounced KAY-leb /ˈkeɪ.lɛb/High

Meaning: Caileb is a respelling of Caleb, from the Hebrew kalev, traditionally understood as 'dog' or, by extension, 'faithful, whole-hearted, devoted,' referring to the biblical Caleb who explored Canaan with Joshua.Medium

In 30 seconds: Caileb is a respelling of Caleb, meaning 'faithful, whole-hearted.' It surfaced right as Caleb was becoming a modern top-100 favorite, peaking around 2009 (said KAY-leb).
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningCaileb is a respelling of Caleb, from the Hebrew kalev, traditionally understood as 'dog' or, by extension, 'faithful, whole-hearted, devoted,' referring to the biblical Caleb who explored Canaan with Joshua.
U.S. rank (2020)#12332 ↗ Rising
2020 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 237

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919962020

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Caileb carries the meaning of Caleb, from the Hebrew kalev, 'dog,' understood as 'faithful, devoted.' The biblical Caleb, alongside Joshua, was noted for unwavering faith when the other spies of Canaan lost heart.

As its own spelling Caileb stayed uncommon, given to only about eighteen boys a year at its peak around 2009, even while the standard Caleb was one of the nation's most popular boys' names. It reads as a personalized twist on a modern biblical favorite.

Did you know? Caileb's root, Caleb, is read from the Hebrew for 'dog,' understood by extension as loyal devotion; the biblical Caleb was one of only two Israelite spies who urged entering the Promised Land with faith.
Overall data confidence 55%
References - Caileb — Respelling of Caleb; Hebrew kalev 'dog', figuratively 'faithful'

Variations

CalebKalebKayleb

Nicknames

Cal

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If you like Caileb…

Caleb— the standard spelling this varies
Kaleb— a like K-spelled variant
Kayleb— a near-identical stylized spelling
Joshua— the biblical companion name Caleb is paired with

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Caileb mean?

It carries Caleb's meaning, from the Hebrew for 'dog,' understood as 'faithful' or 'whole-hearted.'

How do you pronounce Caileb?

It's said KAY-leb /ˈkeɪ.lɛb/, two syllables with the stress on the first, exactly like Caleb.

Is Caileb a boy or girl name?

Caileb is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Caileb?

It has always been rare in the United States, given to only about eighteen boys a year at its peak in the late 2000s, even as the standard spelling Caleb became a national top-100 favorite.

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