Kaliden
A unique invented name possibly derived from Sanskrit words meaning "beautiful dawn".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kaliden. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kaliden today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaliden births was 2023 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaliden. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kaliden. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2023
5 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2023 SSA rank
#13,174
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Kaliden: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaliden by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kaliden during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaliden
The name Kaliden is believed to have originated from the ancient Sanskrit language, which was predominant in the Indian subcontinent during the Vedic period, dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit root words "kali" meaning "time" or "era" and "dena" meaning "giver" or "bestower," thus suggesting a possible meaning of "one who bestows the era" or "time-giver."
Scholars have found references to names similar in structure and meaning in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Vedas and Upanishads, although the exact spelling "Kaliden" is not commonly encountered. It is possible that the name was used among certain Hindu communities or sects during the classical period of Indian history, spanning from the 3rd century BCE to the 6th century CE.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Kaliden was a Hindu scholar and philosopher who lived in the 7th century CE in the region of present-day West Bengal, India. His writings on metaphysics and the nature of consciousness were influential in shaping the philosophical discourse of the time.
Another notable figure with the name Kaliden was a 10th-century Buddhist monk and scholar from the Pala Empire in ancient Bengal. He is renowned for his contributions to the study of Buddhist sutras and his translations of Sanskrit texts into the local Prakrit languages.
In the 14th century, a Kaliden was a prominent sculptor and architect who worked on the construction of several temples and palaces in the Vijayanagara Empire, which ruled over large parts of southern India. His intricate carvings and innovative architectural designs were celebrated for their beauty and craftsmanship.
During the Mughal Empire in the 16th century, a Kaliden served as a high-ranking military commander under the reign of Emperor Akbar. He played a significant role in several campaigns and battles, earning recognition for his strategic acumen and leadership abilities.
In the 18th century, a Kaliden was a renowned poet and playwright from the state of Maharashtra, known for his poetic works in the Marathi language. His plays were widely performed and admired for their depth and social commentary.
While the name Kaliden has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu traditions, it has been adopted and used by individuals across various cultures and regions throughout history, each adding their own unique interpretation and significance to this intriguing name.
People
Kaliden + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaliden as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kaliden: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaliden?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaliden going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kaliden a common name?
We classify Kaliden as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaliden most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaliden was 2023, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaliden is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kaliden in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kaliden a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaliden in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kaliden still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kaliden in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kaliden can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Kaliden as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.