Kalon
Kalon is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Beautiful, noble, or morally good.
Origin and history
Kalon is a masculine given name derived from the Greek word referring to ideal beauty or moral goodness. In contemporary U.S. usage, it remains rare, though it has seen steady, low-level adoption in recent years. It offers a modern sound with ancient classical roots.
Popularity in the United States
1,056 babies in the United States have been named Kalon since 1880. It ranks #3629 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1778.
States where it is most popular
- TX (66.3 %)
- CA (6.3 %)
- TN (6.3 %)
- GA (5.3 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 10 |
| 1970-1980 | 57 |
| 1980-1990 | 142 |
| 1990-2000 | 278 |
| 2000-2010 | 220 |
| 2010-2019 | 195 |
| 2020-2029 | 149 |
Fun facts
- In classical Greek philosophy, particularly Plato's works, 'kalon' represents the ideal concept of beauty and moral perfection.
- Though ancient in origin, Kalon has gained slight momentum in the U.S. primarily as a 21st-century modern choice.