Holding steady.
Popularity of Kalieb since 1988
Babies named Kalieb per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kalieb is a rare modern spelling of the more common Caleb. Its first recorded use was in 1988, and it reached a peak in 2003, though it has never appeared in the national top 1000 rankings. The name has maintained a stable trajectory, remaining an uncommon choice. As an example of a creatively respelled name, Kalieb reflects a broader trend of parents seeking unique variations of traditional names.
Kalieb is a modern respelling of Caleb, a name of Hebrew origin from the Old Testament. The traditional form Caleb may derive from the Hebrew words 'kaleb' meaning 'dog' or 'kol lev' meaning 'whole heart.' Kalieb as a spelling variant emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend of creative parental coinages.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kal, Kaleb
Sibling names for Kalieb
Names that share Kalieb's style, for a brother or sister.
