Kallen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAL-en / ˈkæl.ənIrish; Scandinavian
Meaning
Irish: slender; Scandinavian: from the narrow place
Historical & Cultural Background
Kallen is a name with roots in both Irish and Scandinavian cultures. In Irish tradition, it is often associated with a sense of slenderness or grace. The Scandinavian variant suggests a geographical connection, referring to a narrow place. The name has gained some popularity in modern contexts, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Kallen has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kallan
- Callan
International Variants
- Kalle (Finnish)
- Callan (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kallen was first seen in the United States in 1963. Kallen has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kallen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kallen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 16 | |
| OK | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 29 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 80 |
| 2010 | 117 |
| 2011 | 136 |
| 2012 | 122 |
| 2013 | 112 |
| 2014 | 159 |
| 2015 | 147 |
| 2016 | 138 |
| 2017 | 130 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2019 | 124 |
| 2020 | 145 |
| 2021 | 149 |
| 2022 | 141 |
| 2023 | 138 |
| 2024 | 123 |