Kalle Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-leh / /ˈkɑː.le/Finnish; Swedish
Meaning
Finnish: 'free man'; Swedish: diminutive of Karl, meaning 'man'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kalle is a common name in Finland and Sweden. It is often used as a diminutive of Karl, which has roots in Old Germanic. The name has been popular in various Scandinavian cultures for centuries. In Finnish culture, it is associated with freedom and independence.
Trend Summary
Kalle has seen moderate popularity in Scandinavian countries, with a steady presence in Finland and Sweden.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kalle
- Karl
International Variants
- Carl (German)
- Charles (English)
- Carlo (Italian)
Famous people named Kalle
Kalle Palander is a retired Finnish alpine ski racer known for his achievements in the World Cup.
Kalle Anka is the Swedish name for Donald Duck, a beloved character in Disney comics and animations.
Kalle Rovanperä is a Finnish rally driver who gained recognition in the World Rally Championship.
Kalle Lasn is an Estonian Canadian activist and co-founder of Adbusters, known for his work in media and culture.
Fictional characters named Kalle
Kalle is a character in the children's book series 'Kalle Anka' (Donald Duck) by Carl Barks.
Kalle is featured in the animated series 'Kalle Blomkvist', a character created by Astrid Lindgren.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kalle was first seen in the United States in 1989. Kalle has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kalle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kalle
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |