Caleb
Male name · ★ Classic
88,746
Total Births
2002
Peak Year
#51
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Caleb
Caleb is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 88,746 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 379 births |
| 1890s | 199 births |
| 1900s | 214 births |
| 1910s | 145 births |
| 1920s | 78 births |
| 1960s | 100 births |
| 1970s | 1,584 births |
| 1980s | 8,036 births |
| 1990s | 25,752 births |
| 2000s | 39,143 births |
| 2010s | 10,101 births |
| 2020s | 3,015 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Caleb?
Caleb has been given to 88,746 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2002 with 4,480 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #51.
Is Caleb a boy or girl name?
Caleb is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Caleb most popular?
Caleb was most popular in 2002, when 4,480 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Caleb?
Caleb first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).