Caileb

“faithful, devotion”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12332US 2020

5Births / yr

↓Falling

237All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Caileb mean and where does it come from?

Caileb is a modern variant of the traditional name Caleb (כָּלֵב). The name Caleb is of Hebrew origin and has been used since the time of the Bible, representing a figure who was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses into the land of Canaan. In contemporary culture, Caileb has gained popularity in t

Cultural significance

Caileb has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of faithful, devotion.

Peak popularity

Reached #5208 in 2004 — currently #12332 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Caileb?

Caileb works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Caileb Grace

How popular is Caileb right now?

Falling — down 5857 spots — currently #12332 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2020#12332 · Top 9.1%

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2005

2010

2015

2020

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#12761	5	▼ down 5857 · -58% births
2015	#6904	12	▲ up 47
2010	#6951	12	▲ up 2829 · +71% births
2005	#9780	7	▼ down 3505 · -36% births
2000	#6275	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Caileb

Best Year2000Rank #6275

Peak Count12

Average Rank#8534

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20205 years

The story of Caileb

Caileb is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 237 total births recorded, Caileb remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6275 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12761 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Caileb in 2004:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Caileb by decade

Caileb peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	24
2000s ★	122
2010s	86
2020s	5

💎Caileb has only 237 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Caileb?

Common

CaiCailCailieCailyIleb

What names sound and feel like Caileb?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Caileb also consider these

Cayleb

American · Faithful, whole-hearted.

Caleb

Hebrew · Hebrew

Caeleb

English · Faithful, devoted

Irish · Slender, fair

Common questions about the name Caileb

What does the name Caileb mean?

Caileb means "faithful, devotion" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Caileb?

Caileb is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Caileb have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Caileb?

Caileb originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Caileb trending right now?

Caileb is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Caileb a common or rare name?

Caileb is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.