Kalman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalman is of Hungarian origin, meaning calm or peaceful. It evolved from the Old Hungarian name Kálmán and has maintained its significance through the centuries. The name embodies traits of tranquility and stability, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalman"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæl.mən/
Origin
Hungarian
Etymology
The name Kalman is derived from the Hungarian word 'kalman,' which means 'calm' or 'peaceful.' It is also linked to the Slavic name 'Kalman,' which carries similar meanings of peace and tranquility.
Meaning
calm, peaceful
Language Evolution
Kálmán (Old Hungarian), Kalman (Modern Hungarian)
Historical Usage
The name Kalman gained popularity in Hungary in the 19th century and has been used consistently since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Kálmán, Kalman, Kalmán
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Kalman is seen as a traditional name in Hungary, often associated with calmness and stability.
Famous People
Kálmán Mikszáth - a renowned Hungarian writer, Kálmán Tihanyi - a prominent Hungarian painter
📊 Kalman Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kalman Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 26 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalman"
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 "Kalman"
"Kalman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1938th of 7545 | 264 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2541st of 6773 | 165 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2584th of 7552 | 191 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4482nd of 10718 | 85 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6168th of 16616 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5692nd of 24088 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5306th of 23106 | 209 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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45.61% 629th/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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57.13% 889th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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46.01% 1118th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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50.15% 2244th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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34.84% 1799th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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35.66% 1600th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Kalman" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalman" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kalman" in the United States
The name Kalman is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kalman has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Kalman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1938th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2541st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2584th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4482nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6168th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5692nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5306th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kalman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.