Kaylup
A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 21 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Kaylup, you're looking at a name that fewer than 21 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Kaylup a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Kaylup is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Kaylup is a boy's baby name, a phonetic respelling of Caleb, the Hebrew name meaning 'faithful' or 'whole-hearted.' In the Old Testament, Caleb was one of only two scouts Moses sent into Canaan who returned with a hopeful report.
This spelling reflects how oral tradition reshapes names over generations — Kaylup captures the same sounds with a spelling that feels distinctively American. The name carries Caleb's strong, loyal character in a form that stands apart from the original.
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In the American context, Kaylup is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (2005–2008). Its Hebrew roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 21 total births, Kaylup exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Kaylup has 4+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2005.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 21 | #12680 | — |
The Story of Kaylup
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2008, Kaylup is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Kaylup are most likely born between 2005 and 2008.
How rare is Kaylup?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Kaylup is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2005, peaked in the 2000s with 21 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(4 years, 2005–2008)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 | #11843 |
| 2007 | 5 | #13416 |
| 2006 | 5 | #13052 |
| 2005 | 5 | #12410 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2005–2008