Kalman
boy name#4050 in 2025Kalman entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1153 in 1914, ranks #4050 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#4050
rank today
#1153
peak (1914)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1642 |
| 1920s | #2320 |
| 1930s | #2801 |
| 1940s | #2319 |
| 1950s | #2824 |
| 1960s | #3051 |
| 1970s | #4187 |
| 1980s | #4878 |
| 1990s | #6316 |
| 2000s | #5722 |
| 2010s | #5514 |
| 2020s | #5069 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kalman has been most popular in NY, NJ.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Kalman are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kalman alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kalman in 2025?
- Kalman ranks #4050 among US boy names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kalman most popular?
- Kalman peaked in 1914, reaching #1153 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kalman with classmates?
- Kalman will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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