Dog or whole-hearted
Kalep is a rare phonetic variant of the Hebrew name Caleb. It is derived from the Hebrew words 'kol' (all) and 'lev' (heart), though it is also traditionally translated as 'dog', symbolizing faithfulness and devotion.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Kalep in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
