NAME PROFILE
Kalem
Derived from the names Vanessa or Evangeline, meaning 'butterfly' or 'messenger of good news.' Vannie evokes a personality that is both gentle and vibrant, carrying a name that signifies growth, beauty, and a cheerful disposition.
Key Stats
| Total births | 965 |
| Gender | Male (4% / 96%) |
| Peak year | 2015 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1991 |
| Most recent | 2022 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 43%TX — 43%NY — 14%AK — 0%PA — 0%
Notable People
Vanessa Hudgens (High School Musical) · Vanessa Williams (Ugly Betty) · Vanessa Redgrave (Howards End) · Vanessa Kirby (The Crown) · Vanessa Bell (Post-Impressionist Painter)
Nicknames & Diminutives
VanVeeVana
Similar Names
Compare Kalem
Get the full Name Scout experience on mobile
Swipe through names with your partner, run AI-powered name analysis, track tournaments, and sync favorites across devices. 33,000+ names with SSA data from 1910 to 2025.
App Store
Google Play