KALMAN
Kalman
Kalman is a British surname with origins in Eastern Europe, specifically Hungary. The name is derived from the Hungarian word "kálmán," which means "calm" or "serene."
The surname Kalman is relatively rare in the United Kingdom but is thought to have been brought over by immigrants from Hungary and other Eastern European countries. It is most commonly found among individuals with Hungarian or Jewish ancestry.
Individuals with the last name Kalman may have family ties to Hungary or other countries in the region. The name may have variations in spelling, such as Kálnan or Kallman, depending on transliterations and adaptations over time and across different regions.
Like many surnames, the name Kalman may have evolved from a person's occupation, nickname, or place of origin. Additionally, the surname may have been anglicised or altered upon immigration to the UK.
Today, individuals with the surname Kalman can be found across various professions and walks of life in Britain, contributing to the cultural diversity of the nation. The name serves as a reminder of the historical connections between Britain and Eastern Europe through migration and settlement.
There are approximately 121 people named Kalman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kalman.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Attila
- Daniel
- Edward
- Jozsef
- Laszlo
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stefan
Female
- Anna
- Bianca
- Eszter
- Judit
- Katarzyna
- Margaret
- Rachele
- Rosemary
- Szilvia
- Timea
Similar and related surnames
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