Kalim
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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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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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,454
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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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, Kaie, and Kalkins. 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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