Kaizer
Kaizer is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Emperor or ruler, derived from Caesar.
Origin and history
Kaizer is a modern American spelling variant of the German title Kaiser, which ultimately derives from the Roman family name Caesar. The name has gained traction in the United States in recent years as part of a trend toward regal and title-based names. Its usage has increased significantly in the 2020s.
Popularity in the United States
1,367 babies in the United States have been named Kaizer since 1880. It ranks #3345 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1161.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21 %)
- LA (9 %)
- NC (8.7 %)
- OH (7.9 %)
- GA (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 74 |
| 2010-2019 | 442 |
| 2020-2029 | 846 |
Fun facts
- The German word Kaiser and the Russian word Czar both derive from the Latin name Caesar.
- A majority of the overall U.S. births registered with the spelling Kaizer have occurred since 2020.