Kalan
Kalan is a boy's name of Hawaiian origin.
Meaning
The sun, clear, or sky; also interpreted as a variant of Callan meaning 'powerful in battle'.
Origin and history
Kalan is a modern given name often derived from the Hawaiian element 'kala' or used as a variant of names like Calan or Callan. It remains a relatively rare choice in the United States, given to around 1,300 boys since 1880. Its sleek sound aligns with contemporary naming trends featuring two syllables and an 'n' ending.
Popularity in the United States
1,346 babies in the United States have been named Kalan since 1880. It ranks #3364 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1773.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50.4 %)
- TX (32.8 %)
- MO (8.4 %)
- IL (4.2 %)
- LA (4.2 %)
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 | 26 |
| 1980-1990 | 202 |
| 1990-2000 | 374 |
| 2000-2010 | 281 |
| 2010-2019 | 309 |
| 2020-2029 | 154 |
Fun facts
- Kalan can be linked to the Hawaiian word for 'the sun' or 'sky', as well as Gaelic roots when considered a spelling variant of Callan.
- The name has seen steady, low-volume usage in the U.S., with over 150 boys named Kalan born between 2020 and 2025.