How many babies were named Kal in Scotland?

57 babies have been named Kal in Scotland since records began in 1974. In 2022, 6 babies were given the name, ranking #472.

When did the name Kal peak in popularity in Scotland?

Kal peaked in 2014 with 6 births recorded in Scotland.

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Kal

Boy name · 57 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kal: 57 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2014.

Kal is a short, punchy name with multiple roots. In Scottish and English usage, it often emerges as a friendly abbreviation of Callum (from the Latin *columba*, meaning ‘dove’) or Calvin (from the French *chauve*, ‘bald’).

Boy 14 of 52 years

Peak year: 20146 babies
Latest (2022): #4726 babies
Total births: 57since 1989
5-year trend: ▲ 20%vs prior 5y

Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).