Kaleab

Q: What is the origin of Kaleab?

Kaleab is of Ethiopian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Kaleab a boy name?

Kaleab is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dog; Faithful"

An Ethiopian form related to the biblical Caleb, traditionally interpreted as conveying loyalty or steadfast devotion.

Themes:loyaltybiblicalethiopia

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Popularity History of Kaleab

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#10354Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Kaleab did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kaleab Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kaleab.

8 ideas

kale

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kaly

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leab

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leay

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eaby

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kie

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kaleab mean?

Kaleab means "Dog; Faithful". An Ethiopian form related to the biblical Caleb, traditionally interpreted as conveying loyalty or steadfast devotion.

What is the origin of Kaleab?

Kaleab is of Ethiopian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kaleab?

According to the latest SSA data, Kaleab is currently ranked #10354 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kaleab a boy name?

Kaleab is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kaleab?

Popular nicknames for Kaleab include kale, kaly, ka, leab, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kaleab?

There are many names similar to Kaleab in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEthiopian, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#10354

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Amanuel Addis Biruk Bruk Dawit

Sisters

Arsema Addis Emnet Feven Haile

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