Kalyan
kuh-LYAHN
Kalyan is a boy’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “A Hindi name meaning 'auspicious', 'welfare', or 'salvation'.”. It currently ranks #7467 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2010.
What Kalyan Means
“A Hindi name meaning 'auspicious', 'welfare', or 'salvation'.”
The Story of Kalyan
Imagine a name that carries the promise of well-being and good fortune, a wish spoken into existence for your son.
Rooted in Hindi, Kalyan is a name rich with auspicious meaning, translating to 'auspicious,' 'welfare,' or 'salvation.' It has been a name carried through generations, first appearing in English records in 2001.
To call your son Kalyan is to bestow upon him a name that embodies hope and prosperity. You envision a boy who will grow to be responsible and kind, a source of comfort and well-being for those around him.
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The Idealist
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Peak Year
#14 in 2010
Total Births
183
First Recorded
2001
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