Caleb Houghton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Caleb Houghton — Hebrew
35K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Caleb Houghton is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Caleb is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Caleb is a masculine given name derived from Hebrew, meaning "faithful" or "whole-hearted". Notable people with the name include Caleb F. Abbott (1811–1855), American politician Caleb Aekins (born 1997), Welsh rugby league footballer Caleb Afendopolo (1455–1523), Karaite scholar Caleb Agada (born 1994), Nigerian-Canadian basketball player Caleb Alexander (1755–1828), American writer Caleb Althin (1866–1919), Swedish painter Caleb Amankwah (born 1997), Ghanaian footballer Caleb J. The surname Houghton: Adam Houghton (1310–1389), English or Welsh, Bishop of St. David's, Lord Chancellor of England Alice Houghton (1849–1920), Canadian-born American broker Amo Houghton (1926–2020), American politician Amory Houghton (1899–1981), American diplomat and scouting notable Arthur Boyd Houghton (1836–1875), British painter and illustrator Bob Houghton (born 1947), English football manager Buck Houghton (1915–1999), American television producer Chantelle Houghton (born 1983), British model and participant in Celebrity Big Brother Charles Frederick Houghton (1839–1898), Canadian politician Chris Houghton. Caleb is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 35K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Caleb reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Caleb

Hebrew

Caleb is a masculine given name derived from Hebrew, meaning "faithful" or "whole-hearted". Notable people with the name include Caleb F. Abbott (1811–1855), American politician Caleb Aekins (born 1997), Welsh rugby league footballer Caleb Afendopolo (1455–1523), Karaite scholar Caleb Agada (born 1994), Nigerian-Canadian basketball player Caleb Alexander (1755–1828), American writer Caleb Althin (1866–1919), Swedish painter Caleb Amankwah (born 1997), Ghanaian footballer Caleb J.

Surname: Houghton

Welsh

Adam Houghton (1310–1389), English or Welsh, Bishop of St. David's, Lord Chancellor of England Alice Houghton (1849–1920), Canadian-born American broker Amo Houghton (1926–2020), American politician Amory Houghton (1899–1981), American diplomat and scouting notable Arthur Boyd Houghton (1836–1875), British painter and illustrator Bob Houghton (born 1947), English football manager Buck Houghton (1915–1999), American television producer Chantelle Houghton (born 1983), British model and participant in Celebrity Big Brother Charles Frederick Houghton (1839–1898), Canadian politician Chris Houghton.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Caleb is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Caleb by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Caleb Houghton

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Caleb Houghton:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Caleb?
The first name Caleb originates from Hebrew. Caleb is a masculine given name derived from Hebrew, meaning "faithful" or "whole-hearted". Notable people with the name include Caleb F. Abbott (1811–1855), American politician Caleb Aekins (born 1997), Welsh rugby league footballer Caleb Afendopolo (1455–1523), Karaite scholar Caleb Agada (born 1994), Nigerian-Canadian basketball player Caleb Alexander (1755–1828), American writer Caleb Althin (1866–1919), Swedish painter Caleb Amankwah (born 1997), Ghanaian footballer Caleb J.
When was Caleb most popular?
The name Caleb reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Houghton?
The surname Houghton originates from Welsh. Adam Houghton (1310–1389), English or Welsh, Bishop of St. David's, Lord Chancellor of England Alice Houghton (1849–1920), Canadian-born American broker Amo Houghton (1926–2020), American politician Amory Houghton (1899–1981), American diplomat and scouting notable Arthur Boyd Houghton (1836–1875), British painter and illustrator Bob Houghton (born 1947), English football manager Buck Houghton (1915–1999), American television producer Chantelle Houghton (born 1983), British model and participant in Celebrity Big Brother Charles Frederick Houghton (1839–1898), Canadian politician Chris Houghton.
What are the origins of the name Caleb Houghton?
The name Caleb Houghton combines two different traditions: the first name Caleb has Hebrew roots, while the surname Houghton originates from Welsh.
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