Kalp
A masculine name of Indian origin, meaning "divine", "heart", or "sacred".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kalp. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kalp today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kalp births was 2013 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kalp. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Kalp with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kalp. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2013
5 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2013 SSA rank
#13,093
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Kalp: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kalp 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 Kalp during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kalp
The name Kalp has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the Sanskrit language. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "kalpa," which means "ritual" or "sacred ceremony." The name can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used to refer to sacred rituals and ceremonies.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Kalp can be found in the Vedas, the oldest Hindu scriptures dating back to around 1500-500 BCE. In the Vedas, the word "kalpa" is frequently used in the context of rituals and ceremonies, suggesting that the name Kalp was likely in use during this time period.
Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Kalp. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Kalp Bhatt, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived during the 7th century CE. Kalp Bhatt made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy, and his works were widely studied and referenced by scholars of his time.
Another prominent figure with the name Kalp was Kalp Vaidya, a renowned Ayurvedic physician who lived in the 16th century CE. Kalp Vaidya was known for his expertise in Ayurvedic medicine and his contributions to the field of traditional Indian medicine.
In the realm of literature, Kalp Sharma was a celebrated Hindi poet and writer who lived during the 19th century. Kalp Sharma's poetic works were widely acclaimed and had a significant influence on the literary landscape of his time.
The name Kalp also has religious significance in Hinduism. In the Puranas, a collection of ancient Hindu texts, there are references to a character named Kalp Muni, a sage who was said to have attained enlightenment and taught the principles of Dharma (righteousness) and Moksha (liberation).
Another notable figure with the name Kalp was Kalp Singh, a renowned Sikh warrior and military leader who lived during the 18th century. Kalp Singh played a crucial role in the defense of the Sikh Empire and was known for his bravery and military prowess.
While the name Kalp has its roots in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu traditions, it has also been adopted by various communities across South Asia, transcending religious and cultural boundaries. The name continues to be popular in modern times, with parents choosing it for their children in recognition of its rich historical and cultural significance.
People
Kalp + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kalp 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
Kalp: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kalp?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kalp 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 Kalp a common name?
We classify Kalp 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 Kalp most popular?
The single biggest year for Kalp was 2013, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kalp is about 13 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 Kalp in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kalp a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kalp 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 Kalp still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kalp 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 Kalp 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 are named Kalp?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.