Kalkidan is a name of Ethiopian origin, derived from the Amharic language, which is one of the official languages of Ethiopia. The name Kalkidan means "the world has been created" or "created by God." It is believed to have originated from the ancient Semitic roots meaning "world" and "to create."
The name Kalkidan has a rich history in Ethiopian culture and tradition. In Ethiopian Orthodox Christianity, it is often associated with the belief that God created the world and all its inhabitants. Therefore, giving a child the name Kalkidan is seen as a way to bestow divine blessings upon them and wish for their prosperity.
Throughout history, the name Kalkidan has been popular among Ethiopian families, particularly within the Orthodox Christian community. It is often passed down through generations, with each new generation carrying on the tradition of honoring God's creation through this meaningful name.
Today, Kalkidan remains a beloved name in Ethiopia and among Ethiopian communities around the world. While its popularity may have varied over time, it continues to be chosen by parents who wish to give their children a strong spiritual connection to their cultural heritage and a beautiful, unique name that reflects their beliefs and values.
The name Kalkidan has been a relatively uncommon choice for newborns in the United States over the past few decades, with fluctuations in its popularity from year to year. The earliest record of this name's usage dates back to 1996 when five babies were given the name Kalkidan at birth.
Following this initial appearance, there was another peak in 1998 with five births again. After a gap of three years, the name saw an increase in popularity during 2001 and 2003, each year seeing seven births. This trend continued until 2005 when six babies were named Kalkidan.
Interestingly, 2008 marked another notable spike in popularity with eleven newborns being named Kalkidan that year. Since then, the name has maintained a steady presence among baby names in the United States:
* In 2010 and 2013, seven and eight babies respectively were given this name.
* From 2014 to 2016, the number of newborns named Kalkidan increased consistently each year, reaching twelve in 2015 and ten in 2016.
More recently, from 2017 to 2022, the popularity of the name Kalkidan has remained relatively stable:
* In 2017, nine babies were given this name.
* Between 2018 and 2022, each year saw between eight and nine newborns named Kalkidan.
In total, since 1996 up until 2022, there have been 162 births registered in the United States where the baby was given the name Kalkidan. This indicates that while not extremely common, the name has retained a consistent presence among American parents' choices for their newborns over time.