Declining since 2002, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Calob since 1981
Babies named Calob per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 240 |
| 2000s | 372 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Calob is a modern American respelling of the ancient Hebrew name Caleb, first recorded in U.S. data in 1981. It reached its peak popularity in 2001 but has since declined, with its trajectory falling from 2002 onward. Despite its rarity (approximately 1 in 341,615 newborns in 2025), the name retains a strong biblical connection through its root name Caleb. Its modern spelling sets it apart while keeping a familiar sound.
Calob is a modern American respelling of Caleb, a biblical name of Hebrew origin (כָּלֵב, Kalev). Caleb appears in the Old Testament as a faithful scout sent by Moses into Canaan. The name's meaning is uncertain; it is often linked to the Hebrew words 'kelev' (dog) or 'kol lev' (whole heart), though neither etymology is definitive. The variant spelling Calob emerged in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cal, Cally
Sibling names for Calob
Names that share Calob's style, for a brother or sister.
