Macaleb is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the words 'makal' meaning 'to wrestle' and 'el' meaning 'God'. It signifies 'God struggles', possibly referring to the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel. Macaleb has not traditionally been among the most popular names, but it offers a powerful and original choice for parents seeking an uncommon name for their child.
"Macaleb saw a significant spike in its popularity between 2002 and 2003, with ten babies named Macaleb born that year alone, more than doubling the previous years' totals."