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Caleb

Meaning

Connected to Hebrew ื›ึถึผืœึถื‘ (kelev), โ€œdog.โ€ Some sources also relate it to ื›ึนึผืœ (kol) โ€œallโ€ and ืœึตื‘ (lev) โ€œheart,โ€ giving an idea of wholeheartedness.โ€

History

Caleb is a well-known biblical name, remembered for its link to a faithful figure in the Old Testament tradition. The name later became established in English-speaking countries through long-standing Christian use, and today it is widely recognized as a classic given name.

Famous people
  • Caleb McLaughlin2001-now โ€ข Acting

    American actor known for his role in Stranger Things.

  • Caleb Plant1992-now โ€ข Boxing

    American professional boxer who competed at the world championship level.

  • Caleb Followill1982-now โ€ข Music

    American singer and guitarist, lead vocalist of Kings of Leon.

  • Caleb Landry Jones1989-now โ€ข Acting

    American actor and musician known for his distinctive film roles.

Forms

Common spellings and forms used in different languages.

Part of Names Archive โ€” a reference-style collection of name meanings and origins.