Kalman
Kalman is a Jewish boy name of Yiddish, from Greek origin, meaning “Good name”.
| Meaning | Good name |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Yiddish, from Greek |
| Written as | קלמן |
| Pronunciation | KAHL-mun |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | United States, Israel, Hungary |
Meaning and origin of Kalman
In Jewish use Kalman is a shortened form of Kalonymus, a Greek name meaning 'good name' that was a Greek rendering of the Hebrew shem tov. The Kalonymus family were leading rabbis of medieval Germany. Separately, the Hungarian name Kálmán comes from Coloman, borne by an Irish saint and a Hungarian king. The common gloss 'strong' has no good basis.
Is Kalman a Jewish name?
Kalman is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish name linked to the medieval Kalonymus rabbinic dynasty.
How popular is Kalman?
Used in Orthodox Jewish communities; Kálmán is also a Hungarian name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kalman mean?
Kalman means 'Good name'. It is of Yiddish, from Greek origin.
Is Kalman a Jewish name?
Kalman is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish name linked to the medieval Kalonymus rabbinic dynasty.
How do you pronounce Kalman?
Kalman is pronounced KAHL-mun.
Is Kalman a boy or girl name?
Kalman is usually a boy name.