Kaiser Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name 'Kaiser' has its roots in the Latin word 'Caesar', meaning 'emperor'. It evolved through the German language to represent authority and leadership. The name is historically significant in the context of the Holy Roman Empire and continues to be used today, often invoking a perception of power. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.

The name Kaiser is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaiser has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kaiser' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4084th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5728th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5344th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6030th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2989th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 927th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18115th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaiser' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaiser"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkaɪzər/

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Origin

German

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Etymology

The name 'Kaiser' is derived from the Latin word 'Caesar', which was originally a family name of the Roman general Gaius Julius Caesar. It came to signify 'emperor' in German-speaking regions, especially in reference to the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire.

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Meaning

Emperor

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Language Evolution

Caesar (Latin), Kaiser (German)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the German-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly as a title for the emperors of the Holy Roman Empire, and has continued to be used as a surname and title into modern times.

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Variants & Derivatives

Kaiserin (female form), Kaisers (plural form)

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, the name Kaiser is often associated with authority and leadership, carrying a historical weight as a title of nobility. It may evoke a sense of power and legacy.

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Famous People

Kaiser Wilhelm II (last German Emperor), Kaiser Chiefs (British rock band)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaiser"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Kaiser"

"Kaiser" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 4084th of 7545 60
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 6076th of 6773 10
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5728th of 7552 20
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5344th of 10718 57
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 6030th of 16616 104
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2989th of 24088 552
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 927th of 23106 2,817
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 18115th of 30306 34

Regional Popularity of "Kaiser" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
61.50%
2818th/4582
66.98%
3459th/5164
40.76%
2981st/7313
52.71%
3934th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
19.83%
790th/3984
30.42%
1365th/4487
11.20%
764th/6822
35.60%
2234th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Kaiser" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Kaiser"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaiser" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.