Kalim
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kalim first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 139 babies have been named Kalim in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kalim is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,454 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,454
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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African American naming tradition origin
"Modern creative formation"
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Hebrew (via Elizabeth) origin
"pledged to God"
#26,507 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"slender; narrow passage"
#26,386 in US
Old English belle origin
"bell ringer"
#26,566 in US
Tamil origin
"fiery, blazing"
#26,446 in US
Sanskrit arnava origin
"vast waters, the deep"
#26,572 in US
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About the Name Kalim
Kalim is a boy name .
Kalim is currently ranked #26,454 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kalim include Kal, Kay, and Kalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kalim include Kali, Kalil, Kalix . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis