Find out how popular the first name Calob has been for the last 41 years (from 1981 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Calob by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Calob is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Calob.

The history of the first name Calob

The given name Calob is an anglicized variant of the Hebrew name Kalev, which can be traced back to the biblical figure Caleb, a companion of Moses who represented the tribe of Judah among the twelve spies sent to scout the land of Canaan. The name is derived from the Hebrew word kelev, meaning "dog" or "faithful companion."

In the Old Testament, Caleb is portrayed as a courageous and loyal follower of God, who, along with Joshua, was one of the only two spies to bring back a positive report about the promised land. As a reward for his unwavering faith, Caleb was granted the land of Hebron as an inheritance.

The earliest recorded use of the name Calob can be traced back to the 17th century, when it appeared in English parish records. During this period, it was likely used as an anglicized form of the Hebrew name Kalev by Puritan settlers in the American colonies.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Calob was Calob Jones (1736-1790), an American Revolutionary War soldier and politician from North Carolina. Another historical figure bearing this name was Calob Bennet (1758-1836), a congressman from Rhode Island who served in the House of Representatives from 1793 to 1795.

In the 19th century, Calob Cushing (1800-1879) was a prominent American lawyer, diplomat, and Attorney General of the United States under President Franklin Pierce. Calob Corser (1804-1899) was a New Hampshire historian and author who wrote extensively about the history of the state and its people.

Another notable bearer of the name was Calob Powers (1822-1892), a Union Army officer during the American Civil War who fought in several major battles, including the Battle of Gettysburg.

While not as common as its Hebrew counterpart, the name Calob has persisted throughout history, carried by individuals from various backgrounds and professions, each contributing to its enduring legacy.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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