boy · Hebrew

Caleb

/CA-leb/

Meaning: Wholehearted, faithful

Caleb at a glance

Meaning: Wholehearted, faithful
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: CA-leb
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Caaleb, Caale, Caleya, Caaleya, Calena, Calenie

Lucky details for Caleb

Number: 5
Color: Turquoise
Stone: Emerald
Flower: Lavender
Day: Wednesday
Planet: Mercury
Zodiac: Gemini
Metal: Mercury alloy

Caleb is a Hebrew name meaning “wholehearted, faithful”. Parents choose Caleb for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Caleb reduce to 5, a number linked with Mercury and with people who are charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere.

Numerology

Chaldean value 5 — Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety.

Personality

Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety

Positive Traits

Charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere

Negative Traits

Gets restless with routine and may struggle to sit still

Career Suggestions

Marketing, sales, journalism, software, entrepreneurship

Nicknames

Cale Cali Caly Cay

Middle Names

Chirag Chreestosah Conorya

Sibling Names

Abigail Bethano Elishev Rakhelie

Compatible Names

Aaron Benjaamin Daavid Ezrah Jaconie Leviye

FAQs about the name Caleb

What does the name Caleb mean?

Caleb means “wholehearted, faithful” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Caleb a boy or girl name?

Caleb is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Caleb?

Caleb is pronounced CA-leb (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Caleb?

The lucky number for Caleb is 5, ruled by Mercury.

What are good nicknames for Caleb?

Popular short forms include Cale, Cali, Caly, Cay.