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Kalu

Boy Name #13,353 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Kalu is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Kalu often also consider Butch, Deneen, Emeril .

Popularity Over Time

#13,353
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#13,353
Total SSA Count
7

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kalu

Is Kalu a boy or girl name?
Kalu is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kalu?
Kalu is currently ranked #13353 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Kalu a common or rare name?
Kalu is an uncommon name, ranked #13353 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Kalu

Kalu is a boy name .

Kalu is currently ranked #13,353 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Kalu include Kaleb, Kaleo, Kalel, Kaladin, Kallen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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