Male Name
Kalle
ˈkal.lɛ
ˈkɑl.le
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
German Animal Crossing characters
men
rally drivers
Sims 3 characters
YouTubers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
70/100
youthful120%
informal80%
common140%
wholesome80%
strong65%
refined65%
strange80%
comedic65%
Meaning & Etymology
Kalle is a masculine given name of North Germanic origin, a variation of Karl. In Sweden, people named Karl are commonly nicknamed Kalle. The name is also found in Finland and Estonia, where it is used as a full name. It carries the diminutive connotation of Karl, often implying familiarity or affection.
Etymology
Original Form:
Karl
Evolution:
Kalle evolved as a diminutive form of Karl in Sweden, later adopted as a full name in Finland and Estonia.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalle