Kaiser Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKYZ-er / /ˈkaɪzər/German; Latin
Meaning
German: emperor; Latin: to be strong
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kaiser is derived from the German word for 'emperor,' which itself comes from the Latin 'Caesar.' Historically, it has been associated with the rulers of the Holy Roman Empire. The title was used to denote authority and leadership. In modern times, the name has gained popularity in various cultures, often as a first name.
Trend Summary
The name Kaiser has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaisar
- Kaysar
International Variants
- César (Spanish)
- Kaisar (Indonesian)
- Kaiser (German)
Famous people named Kaiser
Kaiser Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, ruling from 1888 to 1918.
Kaiser Chiefs is a British rock band known for their hit songs and energetic performances.
Kaiser Permanente is a well-known American integrated managed care consortium.
Kaiser Kuo is a prominent Chinese-American musician and co-founder of the band Tang Dynasty.
Fictional characters named Kaiser
Kaiser is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter,' known for his powerful fighting style.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaiser was first seen in the United States in 1915. Kaiser has ranked as high as #1054 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Ohio, Louisiana, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kaiser has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaiser (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 28 | |
GA | 27 | |
LA | 25 | |
MS | 17 | |
SC | 16 | |
NC | 15 | |
OH | 13 | |
NY | 12 | |
TN | 11 | |
FL | 10 | |
MI | 10 | |
VA | 9 | |
AR | 9 | |
PA | 9 | |
IN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1915 | 8 |
1917 | 7 |
1918 | 9 |
1919 | 7 |
1920 | 9 |
1923 | 6 |
1924 | 7 |
1925 | 7 |
1936 | 5 |
1944 | 5 |
1947 | 5 |
1948 | 10 |
1960 | 5 |
1966 | 5 |
1968 | 7 |
1971 | 9 |
1972 | 5 |
1973 | 6 |
1977 | 6 |
1978 | 7 |
1979 | 6 |
1980 | 6 |
1983 | 5 |
1985 | 6 |
1987 | 5 |
1988 | 6 |
1989 | 6 |
1990 | 12 |
1991 | 11 |
1992 | 10 |
1993 | 8 |
1994 | 8 |
1995 | 11 |
1996 | 16 |
1997 | 15 |
1998 | 24 |
1999 | 25 |
2000 | 23 |
2001 | 21 |
2002 | 19 |
2003 | 25 |
2004 | 32 |
2005 | 22 |
2006 | 43 |
2007 | 48 |
2008 | 57 |
2009 | 46 |
2010 | 59 |
2011 | 47 |
2012 | 46 |
2013 | 62 |
2014 | 69 |
2015 | 141 |
2016 | 208 |
2017 | 225 |
2018 | 275 |
2019 | 275 |
2020 | 261 |
2021 | 311 |
2022 | 341 |
2023 | 335 |
2024 | 314 |