Boys name · Kentucky
Caleb in Kentucky
In 2025, 59 babies born in Kentucky were named Caleb, making it the #82 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1917, add up to 5,777.
Popularity over time
Caleb in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 | #362 |
| 1979 | 7 | #332 |
| 1986 | 35 | #110 |
| 1994 | 122 | #50 |
| 2002 | 282 | #18 |
| 2010 | 197 | #17 |
| 2017 | 101 | #56 |
| 2025 | 59 | #82 |
No year in Kentucky had more Caleb births than 2002, when 282 were born. Caleb's highest rank in Kentucky was #14, set in 2005.
Rank swung between #14 (2005) and #475 (1920) in Kentucky, from #362 in 1917 to #82 in 2025.
Nationally, Caleb's strongest state was Oklahoma, where it hit #4 in 2002. See Caleb in every state →
How popular is Caleb in Kentucky?
In 2025, 59 babies born in Kentucky were named Caleb, making it the #82 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1917, add up to 5,777.
How many babies are named Caleb in Kentucky?
Kentucky recorded 59 births of babies named Caleb in 2025.
What is the rank of Caleb in Kentucky?
Caleb ranked #82 among boys names in Kentucky in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.