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Kommon

An English name derived from the French word "commun," meaning ordinary or common.

Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kommon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kommon today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kommon births was 2019 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Kommon. 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 Kommon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

5

~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans

Peak year

2019

5 babies that year

Average age

7

years old

2019 SSA rank

#13,229

Tracked since 2019

Popularity

Kommon: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Kommon 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 Kommon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2010s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Kommon

The given name Kommon has its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language, which was widely spoken in the Indian subcontinent during the Vedic period, dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "koman," which means "gentle" or "calm." This suggests that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who exhibited a serene or peaceful demeanor.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Kommon can be found in the Mahabharata, a renowned Sanskrit epic that is considered one of the two major ancient Indian epics. In this epic, Kommon is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a sage or rishi, who played a role in imparting wisdom and guidance to the protagonists. The inclusion of the name in this revered text highlights its ancient roots and cultural significance.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kommon. One such figure was Kommon of Taxila, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 4th century BCE. He was associated with the ancient city of Taxila, which was a major center of learning and scholarship during that time. Kommon's teachings and philosophical works contributed significantly to the intellectual discourse of the era.

Another prominent figure was Kommon the Grammarian, who lived in the 7th century CE. He was a highly respected scholar and linguist known for his contributions to the study and preservation of the Sanskrit language. His works on grammar and linguistics were widely studied and influential during his time.

In the realm of religion, Kommon the Enlightened was a revered Buddhist monk who lived in the 9th century CE. He was renowned for his profound spiritual teachings and his dedication to spreading the Buddhist philosophy throughout the region. His writings and discourses had a lasting impact on the Buddhist tradition.

During the medieval period, Kommon the Poet emerged as a celebrated literary figure in the court of a prominent Indian ruler. His poetic works, renowned for their lyrical beauty and profound themes, were widely admired and have been preserved in various anthologies and manuscripts.

It is worth noting that while the name Kommon has its roots in Sanskrit and ancient Indian cultures, it has also been adopted and adapted by various other cultures and societies over the centuries. The name's meaning and significance may have evolved or been reinterpreted in different contexts, but its ancient origins remain deeply rooted in the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.

People

Kommon + last name combinations

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FAQ

Kommon: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Kommon?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kommon 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 Kommon a common name?

We classify Kommon 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 Kommon most popular?

The single biggest year for Kommon was 2019, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kommon is about 7 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 Kommon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Kommon a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kommon 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 Kommon still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Kommon 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 Kommon 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 share the name Kommon?

Find out how many Americans are named Kommon on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.

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