Calebs

Calebs is primarily encountered as the plural form of the given name Caleb. In English-language usage, it appears in biographical collections, genealogies, and encyclopedias when listing multiple people named Caleb. It is not commonly used as an independent name or title.

The given name Caleb itself is of Hebrew origin, derived from Kalev, often interpreted as meaning “dog” or, in later readings, “faithful” or “devoted.” In the Hebrew Bible, Caleb is a prominent figure who, with Joshua, represents trust and determination in the conquest of Canaan; the name has remained popular in various religious and secular communities.

As a surname, Calebs is rare. Most references to Calebs as a family name are incidental, arising from patronymic or transliteration variants rather than established lineage.

In practice, the word Calebs appears most frequently in lists of people or in discussions of naming, rather than as a standalone entity such as a place or organization. There are no widely recognized places, institutions, or works officially named Calebs.

Variants and related names include Caleb, Kalev, Kaleb, Cayleb. Individuals named Caleb span many fields, whereas the plural Calebs is typically used only when referring to more than one bearer of the given name Caleb.