Kalina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalina is a Slavic name meaning 'viburnum,' derived from the word for a flowering shrub. It has evolved from Old Slavic forms and symbolizes beauty and femininity. The name gained popularity in the 20th century in Eastern Europe and is viewed positively today, associated with nature and elegance. There are notable figures with this name, including Kalina Jędrusik and Kalina Oroschakoff.
The name Kalina is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. 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, Kalina has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kalina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6884th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2678th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1854th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1558th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kalina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalina"
Pronunciation
/kəˈliːnə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Kalina is derived from the Slavic word for 'viburnum,' a type of flowering shrub. In various Slavic languages, it symbolizes beauty and femininity.
Meaning
viburnum
Language Evolution
Kalina (modern usage), Kalina (Old Slavic), Kalina (Proto-Slavic)
Historical Usage
Kalina gained popularity in Eastern European countries, particularly in the 20th century, as a feminine name associated with nature and beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Kalin, Kalinka, Kalyna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kalina is perceived as a fresh and nature-inspired name, often associated with beauty and elegance.
Famous People
Kalina Jędrusik (Polish actress and singer), Kalina Oroschakoff (German singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalina"
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 "Kalina"
"Kalina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6884th of 19264 | 101 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2678th of 27321 | 667 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1854th of 35406 | 1,684 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1558th of 30306 | 1,694 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kalina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
61.39% 2747th/4475 |
- |
34.37% 2171st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.90% 1874th/4582 |
31.10% 1606th/5164 |
33.71% 2465th/7313 |
20.53% 1532nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.04% 1595th/3984 |
35.39% 1588th/4487 |
24.80% 1692nd/6822 |
21.78% 1367th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalina" 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.