Caleb Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Caleb Name at a Glance

Name	Caleb
Meaning	Meaning dog, or bold. Famous bearer: Caleb was one of twelve Islaelite leaders sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Caleb Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Caleb means “Meaning dog, or bold. Famous bearer: Caleb was one of twelve Islaelite leaders sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Caleb Name Origin

Our database records Caleb under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Caleb a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Caleb is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Caleb

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