Calem
boy name#6803 in 2025Calem entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #4582 in 2009, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
#6803
rank today
#4582
peak (2009)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #6565 |
| 1990s | #7102 |
| 2000s | #6292 |
| 2010s | #6170 |
| 2020s | #6942 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Calem are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Calem alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Calem in 2025?
- Calem ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Calem most popular?
- Calem peaked in 2009, reaching #4582 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Calem with classmates?
- Calem will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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