Holding steady.
Popularity of Kalandra since 1971
Babies named Kalandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 80 |
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kalandra is a rare and modern American name first recorded in 1971. It peaked in usage during 1987, the year of its highest recorded births, yet it has never entered the national top 1000 rankings. The name shows a stable trajectory over the decades, with no significant revival in recent years. As a modern coinage, its etymology is uncertain, but it likely draws from the fashionable suffix '-andra' seen in names like Cassandra and Miranda. Parents drawn to Kalandra may appreciate its distinctive sound and relatively recent origins.
Kalandra is a name of modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1971. It appears to be a creative combination of sounds drawn from names like Kalinda (a name of uncertain origin) or Cassandra (from Greek mythology, meaning 'shining upon man'), with the popular '-andra' suffix. Its use has remained sporadic since its introduction, peaking in 1987.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kala, Andra, Lan
Sibling names for Kalandra
Names that share Kalandra's style, for a brother or sister.
