Calen
boy name#3314 in 2025Calen entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #1175 in 1987, ranks #3314 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
#3314
rank today
#1175
peak (1987)
35
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3809 |
| 1980s | #1968 |
| 1990s | #1923 |
| 2000s | #1941 |
| 2010s | #2073 |
| 2020s | #2808 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Calen has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Calen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Calen alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Calen in 2025?
- Calen ranks #3314 among US boy names in 2025, with 35 babies given the name.
- When was the name Calen most popular?
- Calen peaked in 1987, reaching #1175 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Calen with classmates?
- Calen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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