Caleb
Caleb is the German form of the biblical name Caleb.
Caleb is a proper noun used to refer to the biblical character. It is a masculine given name.
Meaning: biblical character (name)
Which one should you use?
Caleb is the standard form of the name, while Cal is an informal way to address someone named Caleb.
Did you know?
- Unlike common names that change significantly between English and German, such as 'John' becoming Johannes, Caleb remains virtually identical in both languages.
- While Caleb is a biblical name, it is often perceived by native Germans as a 'modern' or 'international' name rather than a traditional Germanic one.
- In German, the letter 'C' at the start of a name can sometimes lead a speaker to use a 'K' sound, making the name sound like Kaleb.
Examples in context
- Wie geht es dir, Caleb?How are you, Caleb?
- Caleb, möchtest du etwas trinken?Caleb, would you like something to drink?
- Caleb ist ein Name aus der Bibel.Caleb is a name from the Bible.
- In der Geschichte kommt Caleb vor.Caleb appears in the story.
- Wer war Caleb?Who was Caleb?
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a religious book.
- HannahKennst du den Mann namens Caleb?Do you know the man named Caleb?
- JulianJa, er wird oft erwähnt.Yes, he is often mentioned.
- HannahJulian, kannst du mir mehr über Caleb erzählen?Julian, can you tell me more about Caleb?
- JulianGerne, Hannah, ich lese gerade darüber.Gladly, Hannah, I am reading about him right now.
