Kahlen is a name of German origin, derived from the surname Kahle, which means "bald" or "shaved." The name has been used as both a first and last name throughout history.
The name Kahlen was brought to England by the Normans during the 11th century, after they invaded Britain in 1066. It was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, a great survey of England taken by William the Conqueror, as a surname.
Over time, Kahlen has become more commonly used as a given name rather than a surname. It is often associated with Germanic culture and history, reflecting its origins and early use in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
In terms of its meaning and symbolism, Kahlen does not have any specific attributes or qualities attached to it beyond its literal interpretation of "bald" or "shaved." However, like many names, it may take on personal significance based on the experiences and characteristics of individuals who bear it.
The given statistics illustrate the trends of the name Kahlen among newborns in the United States between 1995 and 2015. The data shows a fluctuating pattern over this two-decade span, with no clear upward or downward trend.
Between 1995 and 2004, there were only six births each year for babies named Kahlen. However, starting in 2005, the number of newborns given the name Kahlen began to increase, reaching a peak of eight births per year between 2008 and 2009.
Interestingly, after two years of eight births each year, there was a decrease to seven births annually in 2011. This number remained constant for another year before dropping back down to five births in 2015.
Overall, across the entire period from 1995 to 2015, there were a total of 67 newborns named Kahlen in the United States. While this name was not among the most popular during this time frame, it did maintain some level of consistency in terms of usage throughout these two decades.