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Khalev

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Pronounced kah-LEV /kɑˈlɛv/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Hebrew Kalev, the name anglicized as Caleb. It is traditionally read as 'dog' (kelev), understood as devoted and loyal, or as kol lev, 'whole heart' — hence 'faithful; whole-hearted'. In the Bible Caleb is one of the two faithful scouts of Canaan, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A biblical name of loyalty: Khalev spells Hebrew Kalev (Caleb), read as 'faithful; whole-hearted' (said 'kah-LEV').

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningA spelling of Hebrew Kalev, the name anglicized as Caleb. It is traditionally read as 'dog' (kelev), understood as devoted and loyal, or as kol lev, 'whole heart' — hence 'faithful; whole-hearted'. In the Bible Caleb is one of the two faithful scouts of Canaan, which we note.

U.S. rank (2024)#13286

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Khalev spells Hebrew Kalev, the name behind Caleb. Traditional readings tie it to kelev, 'dog' (in the sense of loyal devotion), or to kol lev, 'whole heart'. The biblical Caleb was one of the two faithful spies sent into Canaan (said 'kah-LEV').

This spelling appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare spelling, familiar biblical root.

Did you know? Caleb — Hebrew Kalev — was one of only two scouts who trusted the promise of the land, and the name is traditionally read as 'whole-hearted' or devotedly loyal, which we note.

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Khalev — Hebrew Kalev / Caleb; 'faithful; whole-hearted'; glosses differ

Variations

KalevCalebKaleb

Nicknames

KhalLev

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Khalev mean?

Khalev spells Hebrew Kalev (Caleb), read as 'faithful' or 'whole-hearted'. Traditional glosses differ, which we note.

How do you pronounce Khalev?

It's said kah-LEV /kɑˈlɛv/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Khalev a boy or girl name?

Khalev is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Khalev?

Khalev is a rare spelling in the U.S., though Caleb is a familiar classic.