Kaleb

Kaleb is an English variant spelling of Caleb, a name derived from the Hebrew Kalev, most commonly interpreted as meaning dog or whole-hearted. In the Hebrew Bible, Caleb is one of the twelve spies sent by Moses into Canaan and is praised for his faithfulness. The spelling Kaleb gained popularity in English-speaking countries as an alternative form influenced by a preference for the letter K. Related forms include Caleb and the Hebrew Kalev.