Caleb

[key-luhb]

noun

1. (in the Bible) a Hebrew leader, sent as a spy into the land of Canaan.

2. a male given name.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Caleb¹

From Hebrew Kālēbh “dog”

Example Sentences

Caleb Wilde is a partner at his family’s business, Wilde Funeral Home, in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania.

From Salon

Northwestern’s Caleb Komolafe met so little resistance that he fumbled a pitch and was able to score untouched on a nine-yard touchdown run.

From Los Angeles Times

New Zealand started the match strongly, with winger Caleb Clarke crossing the line inside three minutes and Leroy Carter and Roigard adding further tries to establish a 20-3 midway through the first half.

From BBC

Backups Joseph Himon II and Caleb Komolafe have not been nearly as productive.

From Los Angeles Times

Caleb Williams is settling in and Chicago’s defense played well last week.

From Los Angeles Times