Declining since 1999.
Popularity of Kalab since 1987
Babies named Kalab per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 161 |
| 2000s | 184 |
| 2010s | 75 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Kalab is a modern American name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1987. It reached its peak popularity in 1999 before entering a steady decline. Despite its resemblance to the biblical name Caleb, Kalab is a distinct spelling with uncertain origins. It has never appeared in the top 1000 names and is not commonly associated with any particular state. This trajectory suggests it is a contemporary coinage rather than a traditional name with deep historical roots.
Kalab appears to be a modern American invention, possibly derived from Caleb (Hebrew 'dog' or 'wholehearted') or a respelling of Kaleb. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1987 and saw peak usage in 1999, after which its popularity declined. It has no long historical or traditional roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kal, K
Sibling names for Kalab
Names that share Kalab's style, for a brother or sister.
