Kalev
boy name#5608 in 2025Kalev entered the US charts in 2000, peaked at #4538 in 2014, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2000–2025
#5608
rank today
#4538
peak (2014)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10346 |
| 2010s | #6572 |
| 2020s | #6399 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Kalev are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kalev is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kalev in 2025?
- Kalev ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kalev most popular?
- Kalev peaked in 2014, reaching #4538 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kalev with classmates?
- Kalev will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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