Kalkidan
Kalkidan is a girl baby name. Ranked #12,660 in the US, popular nicknames include Kal, Kay, and Kalie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kalkidan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 163 babies have been named Kalkidan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kalkidan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,660 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,660
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Kalkidan
Kalkidan is a girl name .
Kalkidan is currently ranked #12,660 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kalkidan include Kal, Kay, Kalie, and Kalkie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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