McCaleb is a Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic name “Mac Gille Chaluim,” meaning “son of the servant of St. Columba.” The name has been recorded in Scotland since the 14th century and has spread to other parts of the world, particularly the United States. Notable people with the surname McCaleb include former NASA astronaut Kenneth D. Bowersox McCaleb, American computer programmer and entrepreneur Jed McCaleb, and American football player John McCaleb. The McCaleb family has a rich history and continues to thrive in various fields of endeavor.
