Kalin
Kalin is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Guelder-rose tree, or slender/fair.
Origin and history
Kalin is a masculine name with multiple potential origins, most notably as a South Slavic name derived from the guelder-rose tree or as a modern variant of Gaelic names like Caelan. In the United States, it remains a rare choice that has maintained a low but steady presence over the decades. Its distinct soft consonants give it a contemporary, modern feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,897 babies in the United States have been named Kalin since 1880. It ranks #2949 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1828.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40.5 %)
- UT (12.3 %)
- MI (10.7 %)
- IL (9.9 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1960-1970 | 37 |
| 1970-1980 | 52 |
| 1980-1990 | 302 |
| 1990-2000 | 670 |
| 2000-2010 | 405 |
| 2010-2019 | 325 |
| 2020-2029 | 99 |
Famous people named Kalin
- Kalin Lucas: Basketball player
Fun facts
- In South Slavic cultures, Kalin relates to the guelder-rose (kalina), a shrub featured prominently in traditional folklore.
- In English-speaking regions, it often functions as an alternative phonetic spelling of Gaelic names like Caelan or Kaelen.